Religion matters to individuals, to families, and to societies. This course examines religion cross-culturally, seeking to understand what it is and how it works. Common features of religions such as beliefs in the supernatural, mystical experiences, myths, rituals, organizational structure, and moral guidelines will be explored through ancient and modern religious traditions. Prerequisites: TRS 100 and EN 102 with a grade of C- or better. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Theology (TRS) Depth in Faith and Reason (DFR). (3)