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2022-23 Undergraduate Academic Catalog | School of Arts and Humanities

Religion and Philosophy

The heart of a Christian college is its Religion-Philosophy studies.  The goal of this disciplinary area is to pursue God’s truth through biblical studies, theology, and philosophy.  The faculty seek to learn how to live a life of justice in a complicated world.  Religion-Philosophy students come from a variety of backgrounds and pursue a wide range of life goals. In every case, they have an opportunity for intellectual, personal, and spiritual transformation.  Each of our majors not only provides an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of and a more consistent living out of the Christian faith, but they also develop critical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills.  The knowledge and abilities developed in this disciplinary area serve to make life richer and to prepare students for a wide variety of successful careers.  Religion-Philosophy Professors are devoted Christians who have genuine personal concern for their students and are deeply knowledgeable in their fields.

Religion-Philosophy offers majors in the following: 
A. Biblical Studies, B.A.
B. Ministry, B.A.
C. Philosophy-Religion, B.A.

Religion-Philosophy offers minors in the following: 
A. Biblical Languages
B. Biblical Studies
C. Ministry 
D. Philosophy 
E. Philosophy-Religion
F. Theology

Double Majors

Students may not earn double majors in any of the majors housed in this disciplinary area (Biblical Studies, Ministry, and Philosophy-Religion).

To speak with a representative in Religion and Philosophy, call 585.594.6327.