COMMUNITY SERVICE

Division of Humanities and Social Sciences

Mike Beggs,

Assistant Professor of Religion, Chair

COS 101                 (3)

The Theory and Practice of Community Service.

An in-depth examination of the history, philosophy, pedagogical role, and methods of community service. Requires participation in community service.

Open to sophomores and higher.

Offered at departmental discretion.

COS 150, 250               (1, 1)

Christian Vocation and Church Leadership.

A study of the call to Christian service in the Church and the world.   This course will examine the concepts of ministry and the call, the nature and structure of the Church, contemporary issues facing the Church, as well as resources and programs used by the Church to promote faith and service in local congregations.   In connection with the Program for Christian Service and Church Leadership Development, the course will explore career options within the church as well as possibilities for viewing career choices in the community as extensions of Christian calling.   This course is open to students of all denominations and religious traditions.

Graded on an S - U basis.

Offered at departmental discretion.

COS 201                 (3)

Service and Reflection.

An examination of the relationship between community service and contemporary thought. Literary, philosophical, political and sociological texts may be examined to assist in the moral and social reflection about serving others. Requires participation in community service.

Open to sophomores and higher.

Offered at departmental discretion

COS 495                 (3)

Internship.

Internships or practical experience in an approved program of study.