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Keith J Crudup, Ph.D.
Residential Faculty - Religious Studies
Social Science and Justice Studies
Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies
Office: SC 14 - Room: 71
480-461-7791
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | |
| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 10:30 AM - 11:35 AM | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
Online | Online | Online | Online | Online | Online |
| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Classes Taught
Spring 2025
| REL100 | World Religions | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27413 |
Dobson Campus |
In-Person
Lecture
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01/11/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Sa |
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM |
Class Started |
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Notes: Class 27413 ACE Program |
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28542 |
Dobson Campus |
In-Person
Lecture
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01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
TuTh |
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
Class Started |
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27290 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Class Started |
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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. |
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31920 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Class Started |
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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. |
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Spring Flex Start 2025
| HIS212 | History of Religion | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| 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
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01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Class Started |
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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. |
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Fall 2025
| REL100 | World Religions | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
24462 |
Dobson Campus |
In-Person
Lecture
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
Open 4 of 7 |
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22737 |
Dobson Campus |
In-Person
Lecture
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM |
Open 5 of 13 |
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Notes: Honors Program Only |
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22738 |
Dobson Campus |
In-Person
Lecture
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM |
Open 18 of 22 |
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22736 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 20 of 22 |
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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. |
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| REL207 | Ritual, Symbol, and Myth | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
24349 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 12 of 22 |
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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. |
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Fall Flex Start 2025
| HIS212 | History of Religion | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
24147 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/08/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 22 of 24 |
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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. |
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| REL100 | World Religions | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
23398 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 19 of 22 |
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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. |
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Degrees & Awards
Ph.D. History, M.A. Religious Studies
Member AAR (American Academy of Religion)
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