ETH4219EN - Biblical Masculinity & the Black Male Experience

Course description

Using the Bible, journals, results of mens conferences, and academic texts as a starting point, this class will examine biblically, psychologically, sociologically, historically, and socio-politically, influences that shape the gender identity of Black males along the path to manhood.

How this course benefits students

This course is not a one gender necessity, but a class where both men and women, no matter their background, should enroll.

Why this course is important

Relationships are at the heart of missional ministry. This course is so important because it can empower and give vision to the student for her/his meaningful engagement with others. Undergrad students: prepare 10 questions for a single interview based on scripture and readings (quote 3-5 sources).

Credit hours
3 hours
Subject area
Ethnic Studies
Educational level
Bachelor
Learning type
Instructional
Prerequisites
None
Upcoming terms
Pending
* Schedule subject to change. Please contact the Registrar's office with schedule questions.

How this course relates to missional core values

Biblically based

Both the Old and New Testament is replete with male and female gender identity. This will work well with the addition of journals and academic texts.

Missionally driven

The key is to obtain knowledge and to build strong and successful relationships.

Contextually informed

This course addresses masculinity and the Black male in the context of gender identity, gender sociology, race, culture, and socio-economic status (SES).

Interculturally focused

The implication of this class goes beyond being male and female, since it addresses life, gender and cultural identity.

Practically minded

This course offers knowledge, insights, and examples of what constitutes masculinity and ways and means to better relationships between individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Experientially transformed

Discussions accompanied by critical thinking questions will equip students with relationship building and problem solving skills.