Tuesday, October 10, 3:30-5pm, Thompson Library [Rm. 165], 1858 Neil Ave.

What is a religion, and how does U.S. law decide what counts? What is law, and what role does it play within American religious communities? This symposium will address these questions, among others, through a consideration of particular case studies, including the Church of Scientology and the Moorish Science Temple of America. Presenters will reflect on the varied ways in which new religions challenge us to think differently about both religion and law.

Speakers:

• Hugh Urban [Comparative Studies and Center for the Study of Religion, The Ohio State University]

• Spencer Dew [Religious Studies, Centenary College of Louisiana]

Moderator:

• Terrance Dean [Homiletics and Liturgics, Vanderbilt University]

Sponsored by OSU Center for Ethics and Human Values.