Lindsey Gilroy-Class wrap-up

As a Communications Studies major and Sociology minor, Religous Studies did not exactly fit into the academic mold that had been constructed for my college path. I have been very interested in taking a RSTD class, and signed up for this one as an elective. From the beginning the class structure was clearly very different than I had experienced before, much more relaxed and flexible, which was a necessary break from the rigid schedule that I experienced in my other classes. I enjoyed have a book to read, rather than a textbook, because almost all of the class' focus was on it. The teaching style encouraged participation, although it seemed easier to listen to what my peer's had to say since I had never experienced answering questions like the ones posed in class. The drum circle was a great and effective way to integrate the students with the course material, and I am sure I am not the only person who thought it was a memorable class.

Through this class I think what will resonate with me most is the fact that art, and religion, are all around. From the traditional religious practices I engage in to the nature surrounding me, religion and art are unified and undeniable. Thanks for a great semester:)