RELS 233-01, Pain, Suffering and Death, Fall 2007

Abstract

This is a seminar that examines problems, issues, and coping- resources related to crisis experience involving pain, suffering and death. Most students find that the nature of the course material and philosophy of the class challenges them to deal with feelings and personal experiences. It includes group discussions, audio-visual presentations, and some interviews as can be arranged with health professionals. Designed for persons interested in future health and human service vocations, the course also serves those persons who wish to explore the seminar topics from a variety of life and faith perspectives. P.S. & D. is a Service Learning Course. A “lab experience” will be required of each student. See item 7 below for further information.