TMNT 7023 Introduction to the New Testament

The New Testament is a collection of diverse writings that are central to Christian faith and life. This course will introduce students to the literary characteristics, historical context, and theological content of these writings and to the methods and approaches associated with the modern discipline of biblical studies.

Course overview

Department
Theology and Ministry
School
STM
Credits
3
Level
Graduate
Offered
Periodically

Course evaluations

Response-weighted averages from Boston College’s official course evaluations (Avalanche/Blue).

Course rating
4.22 / 5 · Very Good
72 responses
Instructor rating
4.21 / 5 · Very Good
72 responses
Terms evaluated
5
Most recent: Spring 2026

Scales: overall ratings run from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent); agreement questions from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree); weekly effort from 1 (up to 1 hour) to 5 (10 or more hours).

Evaluations by term and instructor
TermInstructorCourse overallInstructor overallWell organizedClear learning objectivesIntellectually challengingHelpful assignmentsApplicable beyond courseAttendance necessaryWeekly effortResponses
Spring 2026Angela Harkins4.34.04.44.74.44.54.63.64–6 hrs/week21 of 26
Spring 2025Matthew Monnig4.44.24.74.74.54.64.84.34–6 hrs/week13 of 16
Spring 2024Matthew Monnig4.14.44.54.64.74.54.44.14–6 hrs/week21 of 30
Spring 2023Matthew Monnig3.53.84.14.63.93.74.03.97–9 hrs/week8 of 16
Spring 2022Matthew Monnig4.74.84.94.85.04.84.84.5—9 of 15

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-10-09. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Angela Harkins
    Spring 2026 · Official rating 4.00/5
  • Matthew Monnig
    Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 · Official rating 4.30/5