Religion

The study of religion has been one of the most important fields of academic study since the first colleges and universities were formed! There are many reasons to study religion:

• Religion is a powerful and often central part of the lives of individuals and groups

• Religion is an important factor in contemporary politics, business, and international affairs

• Studying religion develops an understanding of people and groups that is useful for any career path

• Studying religion teaches important skills (critical thinking, good writing, detail-oriented reading) that prepare one for future success

We study the roles religion plays in human life:

• The richness and diversity of human religious life

• Similarity and difference within and among religious traditions

• Questions of meaning as raised around the world

• Connections among religion, culture, and society

The study of religion enriches studies in other disciplines. Our students often double major. Some recent double majors include: 

• Neuroscience
• Economics
• Psychology
• International Relations
• Politics
• Business and Entrepreneurship
• Modern Languages