Religious Studies

The interdisciplinary program in religious studies explores the roles, meanings, and phenomenology of religion. Some courses (for the most part those offered by the theology department) focus on the religious traditions themselves, their classical texts, historical figures and movements, conceptual and affectual concerns, ethical and social teachings, and cultural and political impacts. Other courses (for the most part those offered by other departments) identify the significance of religion and of religious ideas and symbolism within the wider world of history, society, literature, and the arts.

All students interested in majoring, second majoring, or minoring in religious studies should discuss their interests with the director. In consultation with the director, each student will develop a program of study. It is important to note that the courses listed in this bulletin are only representative of the choices available. Consultation with the director is necessary for students to have full access to other courses that fulfill major, second major and minor requirements.

Program Activities

The religious studies program offers biyearly roundtables for majors and minors, and cultural outings for all majors.

For more information

Visit the Religious Studies program web page.

Courses in Other Areas

The following courses offered outside the program have the REST attribute and count toward the Religious Studies major and minor: