Religion & Philosophy

Students

Would you like to have a deeper understanding of the Christian faith?

Have you ever wondered how the Bible came to be and wanted to understand it better?

Do you want to know more about the basic beliefs and practices of the major world religions?

Would you like to understand better the relationship between religion and morality or the relevance of religious faith to questions about justice, war and peace, the environment, or other controversial contemporary issues?

Have you ever contemplated the meaning of life, the purpose and value of the arts, or the difference between true knowledge and mere belief?

Courses in Religion or Philosophy will stimulate your curiosity about some of life's most profound questions. You may even discover some answers.

The Religion Major provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the religious traditions of the world and enables students to think clearly and critically about religious ideas. It prepares students for seminary or the graduate study of religion.

The JustFaith Christian Leadership Program is an innovative program whose purpose is to prepare and empower leaders for the 21st Century church who are committed to spiritual depth and social justice as integral aspects of the church's ministry in a global context.  The JFCLP is a cooperative effort involving the Department of Religion and the Institute for Church Professions.

Possibly, a course you take to meet general education requirements will stimulate your interest and you will want to take additional elective courses. You might even consider a Religion Minor.   There are several possible combinations of courses that allow for a minor program with particular concentrations.

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