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Keith Crudup, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Religious Studies

Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies

Social Science and Justice Studies

Office: BP 43A - Room: 8

480-461-7791

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM10:00 AM - 11:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

REL100 World Religions 3 Credits

The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15952
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Class Started
16109
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Started
14043
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only
14044
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Class Started
REL207 Ritual, Symbol, and Myth 3 Credits

Introduction to the academic study of religion through the study of myths, symbols, and rituals. Includes methods and theories used by scholars to study the complex subject of religion. Attention to literate and nonliterate cultures.

Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or permission of Department or Division.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15953
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Class Started

Fall Flex Start 2024

HIS212 History of Religion 3 Credits

Survey of the historical contexts in which the major religions have emerged and evolved. Focuses on social and political events throughout history and their impact on religious beliefs and practices. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15694

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 15694 Students may contact instructor at: keith.crudup@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

REL100 World Religions 3 Credits

The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27413
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/11/2025 – 05/09/2025
Sa
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

14 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Class 27413 ACE Program
28231
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

22 of 25
Seats Available
28542
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

21 of 25
Seats Available
27290

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27290 Students may contact instructor at: keith.crudup@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only
31920

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

22 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 31920 Students may contact instructor at keith.crudup@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

HIS212 History of Religion 3 Credits

Survey of the historical contexts in which the major religions have emerged and evolved. Focuses on social and political events throughout history and their impact on religious beliefs and practices. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28771

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

23 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28771 Students may contact instructor at: keith.crudup@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

Ph.D. History, M.A. Religious Studies

Member AAR (American Academy of Religion)

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