Associate of Arts (AA) in Interfaith Studies and Social Justice

Associate of Arts (AA) in Interfaith Studies and Social Justice

Total Credits: 60

Program Overview

This program provides foundational knowledge in interfaith dialogue, social justice, biblical studies, and community engagement. It prepares students for careers in community organizing, faith-based social justice work, chaplaincy, intercultural leadership, and related fields.

Required Courses

Core Courses (36 credits)

1. - HEBR 1001: Introduction to the Torah and Tanakh (3)

2. - HEBR 1002: Historical Context of the Hebrew Bible (3)

3. - HEBR 1003: Prophets and Writings: Literary Analysis (3)

4. - HEBR 2001: The Role of Torah in Hebrew Life (3)

5. - HEBR 2002: Biblical Hebrew Language and Grammar (3)

6. - HEBR 3006: Critical Methods in Biblical Studies (3)

7. - HEBR 4010: Archaeology and the Hebrew Bible (3)

8. - HEBR 4020: Textual Criticism and Manuscript Studies (3)

9. - PHIL 1001: Classical Hebrew Philosophy (3)

10. - PHIL 2001: Ethics and Moral Philosophy in Ancient Israel (3)

11. - PHIL 3001: Jewish Thought in the Medieval Period (3)

12. - PHIL 2002: Modern Hebrew Philosophical Movements (3)

13. - PHIL 3002: Jewish Mysticism and Ethical Thought (3)

14. - PHIL 2003: Contemporary Hebrew Ethics (3)

15. - PHIL 4001: Philosophy of Hebrew Law (Halacha) (3)

16. - LIT 3001: Advanced Biblical Hebrew Language and Grammar (3)

17. - LIT 4001: Rabbinic Hebrew and Aramaic (3)

18. - LIT 3002: Hebrew Literary Traditions (3)

19. - LIT 3003: Poetry and Song in Hebrew Culture (3)

20. - LIT 3004: Translation & Interpretation of Sacred Texts (3)

21. - LIT 4010: Medieval Jewish Literature (3)

22. - LIT 4020: Modern Jewish Literature and Poetry (3)

23. - HICS 1001: Hebrew History from Ancient to Modern Times (3)

24. - HICS 1003: Diaspora Communities & Cultural Identity (3)

25. - HICS 2001: Hebrew Life in Ancient Israel & the Global Context (3)

26. - HICS 2002: Hebrew Art, Music, & Cultural Expression (3)

27. - HICS 3001: Impact of Historical Events on Hebrew Thought (3)

28. - HICS 4001: Modern Hebrew Movements & Societies (3)

29. - HICS 4010: Hebrew Cultural Memory & Heritage (3)

30. - RABB 1001: Introduction to Talmud & Midrash (3)

31. - RABB 2001: Legal Principles in Rabbinic Literature (3)

32. - RABB 2002: Ethical Teachings in Rabbinic Texts (3)

33. - RABB 3001: Developing Halachic Thought (3)

34. - RABB 1002: Commentaries & Modern Talmudic Interpretation (3)

35. - RABB 1003: Talmudic Logic & Reasoning (3)

36. - ESCH 1001: Messianic Concepts in Judaism (3)

37. - ESCH 2001: Prophetic Visions & End-Time Beliefs (3)

38. - ESCH 1002: Messianism in Hebrew Tradition (3)

39. - ESCH 1003: Modern Interpretations of Messianic Hope (3)

40. - ESCH 2002: Eschatology & Ethical Implications (3)

41. - INTER 2001: Judaism & Christianity: Dialogue (3)

42. - INTER 2002: Islamic Perspectives on Judaism (3)

43. - INTER 3001: Interfaith Understanding & Cooperation (3)

44. - INTER 4001: Religious Pluralism & Challenges (3)

45. - RIT 3001: Hebrew Worship & Prayer (3)

46. - RIT 3002: Festivals & Holidays (3)

47. - RIT 4001: Lifecycle Rituals (3)

48. - RIT 4010: Sacred Spaces & Architecture (3)

49. - RIT 4020: Ritual Purity & Daily Practices (3)

Elective Courses (12 credits)

1. - HEBR 1010: Foundations of Missiology from a Hebrew Perspective (3)

2. - HEBR 1011: Cultural Anthropology & Mission (3)

3. - HEBR 1012: Theological Approaches to Mission (3)

4. - RABB 2010: Discipleship & Practice (3)

5. - RABB 2011: Holistic Living & Wellness (3)

6. - RABB 2012: Discipleship & Community Service (3)

7. - ESCH 3010: Prophetic Movements & Black Hebrew Identity (3)

8. - ESCH 3011: Prophetic Visions & Social Justice (3)

9. - RIT 4030: Foundations of Pastoral Ministry (3)

10. - RIT 4031: Pastoral Care & Discipleship (3)

11. - HICS 1002: Historical & Scriptural Records of Slavery (3)

12. - PHIL 1010: Prophetic Technologies & Identity (3)

13. - PHIL 1020: Biblical Counseling & Healing (3)

14. - RIT 4040: Workplace Chaplaincy (3)

15. - HEBR 4001: Advanced Hermeneutics (3)

16. - COSA 1010: Community Organizing (3)

17. - COSA 1020: Social Justice Theory & Practice (3)

18. - COSA 2010: Research Methods for Change (3)

19. - COSA 2020: Policy & Advocacy (3)

Summary

- Total Credits: 60

- Focus: Biblical, historical, social justice, interfaith dialogue, practical ministry, and community engagement.

- Career Paths:

1. - Faith-based community organizer

2. - Interfaith and social justice advocate

3. - Chaplain (clinical, hospital, workplace)

4. - Religious educator or counselor

5. - Nonprofit and social services leader

6. - Cultural liaison and intercultural facilitator