Examines Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities in the Middle Kingdom from 500 to the present day, debunking the myth of a closed and insular China.
4
UnitsOptional
Grading1, 2, 3
PasstimeUpper division only
Level LimitLetters and science
CollegeDefinitely the best! Very clear lectures. He knows how to explain concepts and makes historical facts interesting. Simple tasks: 1/3 final grade for attendance, group presentation, and final paper each. Very approachable and gives good academic and life advice. I've taken almost all of his classes and he's basically the reason why I major in RG ST.
He has very interesting lectures and he knows a ton about his fields of expertise. He's a very interesting guy himself as well and has interesting perspectives. This class was super interesting and unique as well and if they do it again, I would highly recommend it.
Very lecture heavy, be sure to go to them and take notes since he doesn't post his slides online. Overall though he's a pretty nice guy and is very chill (strict no phones and technology policy in class and he will *jokingly* call you out if you're late to class). Nice eye candy too lol. We had a short midterm essay and an in-class final.
Steavu is an interesting guy, you'll either love him or tolerate him. He rambles at times, but the important stuff is on the slides. He does not allow any kind of electronics in class, no phones/laptops/tablets, you have to take handwritten notes. I really enjoyed the class, it was a nice easy break from my major courses on a topic I love.
Super chill and cool guy. You can tell he is really interested in the things he teaches and the things he teaches are really interesting! This was the first time this course was ever offered and Dominic was really chill and relaxed with it. Definitely recommend this professor.
I enjoyed intro to Buddhism. Very organized class and interesting material!