Intercultural Studies Minor

The intercultural studies minor (18 units) prepares students to be theologically grounded, globally knowledgeable and practically skilled for global development through church and service organizations.

Lower Division Requirements

 

ICS105 Introduction to Global Studies

This course addresses the basic elements of the Christian faith in the context of participating in Gods global agenda. Topics include Christian worldview, the Kingdom of God, the gospel of Jesus Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, the mission of the Church, and the role of prayer. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

ICS105-B
Horton, Damon A.
05/08/2023 T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM BUS 252
ICS105-H
Tung, Brian H.
09/05/2023 T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM TBA
ICS105-G
Tung, Brian H.
09/05/2023 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Mission Hall 124
ICS105-F
Wilhite, Shawn J.
09/05/2023 TTh 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM BUS 202
ICS105-E
Gonet, Christina D.
09/05/2023 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM BUS 204
ICS105-D
Gonet, Christina D.
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM BUS 202
ICS105-C
Horton, Damon A.
09/05/2023 W 1:15 PM - 4:15 PM BUS 123
ICS105-B
Horton, Damon A.
09/05/2023 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM BUS 123
ICS105-A
Horton, Damon A.
09/05/2023 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM BUS 123
ICS105-D
Tung, Brian H.
01/08/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM TBA
ICS105-C
Horton, Damon A.
01/08/2024 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
ICS105-B
Horton, Damon A.
01/08/2024 W 1:15 PM - 4:15 PM BUS 124
ICS105-A
Horton, Damon A.
01/08/2024 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM BUS 123

 

Choose one of the following courses:

CST110 Old Testament Survey

A survey of the books of the Old Testament and their theological contribution to the overall storyline of the Bible. Attention is also given to the historical and cultural context of ancient Israel. Fulfills general education requirement for non-Christian Studies majors. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

CST110-A
Chute, Anthony L.
05/08/2023 T 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM BUS 251
CST110-E
Hao, Anthony C.
09/05/2023 M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM TBA
CST110-A
Chute, Anthony L.
09/05/2023 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM BUS 203
CST110-G
Gill, John J
09/05/2023 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Health Science Campus L243
CST110-D
Slunaker, Joseph Gregory
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM BUS 203
CST110-F
Mosteller, Angela Michelle
09/05/2023 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Yeager Center A110
CST110-B
Mooney, David Jeffrey
09/05/2023 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM BUS 124
CST110-C
Mooney, David Jeffrey
09/05/2023 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM BUS 124
CST110-J
Gill, John J
01/08/2024 Th 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA ONLN
CST110-I
Gill, John J
01/08/2024 Th 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM TBA ONLN
CST110-A
Gill, John J
01/08/2024 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
CST110-G
Mosteller, Angela Michelle
01/08/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM TBA
CST110-F
Welbaum, Sam D.
01/08/2024 M 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Health Science Campus L243
CST110-C
Mooney, David Jeffrey
01/08/2024 MWF 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM BUS 125
CST110-D
Mooney, David Jeffrey
01/08/2024 MWF 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM BUS 125
CST110-B
Mooney, David Jeffrey
01/08/2024 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM BUS 125

CST130 New Testament Survey

A survey of the books of the New Testament and their contributions to the overall storyline of the Bible. Special attention is given to the life of Jesus and the development of the early church in their historical, cultural, and theological settings. Fulfills general education requirement for non-Christian Studies majors. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

CST130-A
Mendoza, Taylor Michael
07/03/2023 W 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM Yeager Center B258
CST130-F
Mosteller, Angela Michelle
09/05/2023 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Health Science Campus Q293
CST130-G
Gill, John J
09/05/2023 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Health Science Campus L243
CST130-C
Wilhite, Shawn J.
09/05/2023 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM BUS 202
CST130-D
Vera, Andres D.
09/05/2023 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM BUS 202
CST130-E
Vera, Andres D.
09/05/2023 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 202
CST130-B
Cate, James J.
09/05/2023 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM BUS 123
CST130-I
Cate, James J.
09/05/2023 TTh 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM TBA
CST130-A
Cate, James J.
09/05/2023 M 3:45 PM - 6:45 PM BUS 123
CST130-G
Mendoza, Taylor Michael
01/08/2024 T 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM TBA
CST130-H
Mosteller, Angela Michelle
01/08/2024 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
CST130-I
Tung, Brian H.
01/08/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM TBA
CST130-J
Mosteller, Angela Michelle
01/08/2024 Th 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA ONLN
CST130-E
Vera, Andres D.
01/08/2024 MWF 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM BUS 203
CST130-F
Vera, Andres D.
01/08/2024 MWF 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM BUS 204
CST130-C
Cate, James J.
01/08/2024 TTh 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM BUS 123
CST130-B
Cate, James J.
01/08/2024 TTh 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM BUS 123
CST130-A
Cate, James J.
01/08/2024 M 3:45 PM - 6:45 PM BUS 123

Upper Division Requirements

 

CST370 The Christian Faith

An exploration of the biblical truths of Scripture, God, humanity, sin, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, salvation, the Christian life, the church, and the life to come. Students will examine each major doctrine and understand its place in the biblical story. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

CST370-A
Co, Adamson
09/05/2023 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Yeager Center B110
CST370-A
Co, Adamson
01/08/2024 MWF 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM TBA
CST370-C
Gonet, Christina D.
01/08/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM TBA

ICS305 Global Christianity

A general survey of the redemptive activity of God in the world -- past, present, and future. Topics include the biblical basis of God's global activity, historical perspectives, mission strategies, and cultural implications, as well as contemporary missiological issues. (3 units; Spring)

ICS305-A
Horton, Damon A.
01/08/2024 TTh 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM Mission Hall 109

Upper Division Elective Requirements

 

Complete 6 additional units from the following:

ICS330 Missiology

This course is a study of the biblical and theological foundations of global missions with the aim of articulating mission methods and contextualizing mission opportunities. Students will discover the mission of the church in reaching the nations and will explore the historical, anthropological, and sociological roots of missionary efforts. Students will also learn to apply missiological methods in global and urban settings. Prerequisite: 3 units of Biblical Studies. (3 units; Fall)

ICS330-A
Horton, Damon A.
09/05/2023 TTh 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM Yeager Center A110

ICS410 Global and Urban Ministries

This course studies the biblical and theological foundations of global missions alongside mission strategies applied in global and urban settings. Prerequisite: 3 units of Biblical Studies coursework. (3 units; Spring)

ICS410-A
Horton, Damon A.
01/08/2024 TTh 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Mission Hall 109

ICS415 Spcl Topics Intercultural Studie

An examination of specific area(s) of Intercultural Studies. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. Prerequisite: 3 units of Biblcal Studies coursework. (3 units; As offered)

ICS430 Intercltrl Communctn And Practc

This course will address principles and processes of communication from one culture to another. Attention will be given to different perceptions, ways of thinking, values, verbal and non-verbal expression, and sub-groups within a given culture. Prerequisite: 3 units of Biblical Studies coursework. (3 units; Spring)

ICS430-A
Culpepper, Ashley M.
01/08/2024 TTh 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM TBA

ICS435 Evangelism and Church Planting

This course examines the biblical principles of evangelism and church planting. Students will learn to combine the biblical content of the gospel with appropriate skills for sharing the gospel, with the aim of training disciples for the local church. Attention will also be given to strategies of church planting for local and global contexts. Student involvement in evangelistic ministry is expected. Prerequisite: Previous Biblical Studies coursework. (3 units; Fall)

ICS435-A
Cochran, Gregory C.
09/05/2023 W 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM Building 36 36A2

PHI353 Comparative Religions

This course is an introduction to the major religious traditions of the world, particularly Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The historical development and key figures, as well as major doctrines and practices are explored. (3 units; Fall/Spring & OPS)