Looking for a class to take this Winter semester? Many of the Maxwell Institute scholars and associates are teaching courses at BYU covering a variety of topics. Our scholars are specialists trained in history, humanities, and religion. For those seeking a scholarly approach, or those who would like to connect with the Maxwell Institute scholars, these courses are recommended. Classes begin January 9, 2024, and will end April 20, 2024.
Dr. Jeffrey G. Cannon
Rel A 122: The Book of Mormon
Wednesdays, 5–6:50 pm
Narrative, doctrines, and precepts of the Book of Mormon. Covers Alma 30 through Moroni 10.
Rel C 225: Foundations of the Restoration
Mondays and Wednesdays, 3–3:50 pm
The calling and doctrinal contributions of Joseph Smith as well as the significance of modern scripture including key sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. Also includes the establishment, organization, doctrine, and practices of the Church today.
Dr. Terryl L. Givens
HCOLL 480R/ENGL 375R: Belief and Doubt in Literature and Life
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 - 3:45 pm
No prerequisites needed with instructor’s permission.
What is the history of unbelief in Western Society? What have notable poets, writers, scientists and philosophers contributed to the conversation? And how do challenges to the faith of a Latter-day Saint intersect with a broader tradition of interrogating religious discipleship? Featuring Marilynne Robinson, Friedrich Nietzsche, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Julian of Norwich, Charles Darin, Leo Tolstoy & others.
Dr. J.B. Haws
REL C 353: American Christianity and the Restored Gospel
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-9:50 am
History, doctrine, and practices of the major Christian faiths of America in light of the restored gospel.
Dr. Rachael G. Johnson
IHUM 202: Western Humanities 2: Renaissance to the Present
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-5:15 pm
Western civilization from Renaissance to present from perspective of traditional humanistic values reflected in its arts and ideas. This course fundamental questions about human experience, focusing particularly on the theme of "What is the good life?", alongside formative events in history, and value of important literary and artistic texts.
Dr. Joseph R. Stuart
HIST 218: The Family and the Law in American History
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10-10:50 am
This course has prerequisites: HIST 217
The interaction of families with law and government as illustrated in original American sources; individual family histories reconstructed in the broader perspective of history.
Dr. Miranda Wilcox
HCOLL 480R-003: Humanities & Belief
Fridays, 1:00-1:50 pm
Conversations about faith. Discuss faith with peers. We‘ll read at least one pair of the following books: Kate Holbrook, Both Things Are True & Charles Inouye, Zion Earth Zen Sky, Patrick Mason, Restoration & Melissa Inouye, Sacred Struggle Rowan Williams, Being Disciples & Sarah Bachelard, Experiencing God in a Time of Crisis. 1 credit, pass/fail.
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