A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior....
The Department of Humanities and Religious Studies offers an integrated approach to the study of world cultures. In courses on Western European, Asian, and American cultures, students explore ideas, ideals and values as they are expressed in art, music, drama, history, literature, philosophy and religion.
The Religious Studies concentration is an in-depth comprehensive study of religious belief and practice on a global scale that surveys diverse...
The Media and Fine Arts Program offers a B.A. in Media and Fine Arts with three concentrations (Fine Arts, Media Arts, and interdisciplinary).This is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide students with the tools to effectively and creatively generate, communicate, and artistically express ideas. As part of a liberal arts education, the program in Media and Fine Arts adds to the understanding of the development of human ideas and directs...
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Organization Management is designed to meet the educational needs of adults unable to complete their degree in the traditional manner. Adults with two years of transferable college credit can earn their degree in about 18 months by attending class one evening per week.
Common learning goals are related to communication skills, leadership skills, interpersonal skills, organizational behavior, and problem solving, all...
The Religious Studies Program offers a B.A. in Religious Studies. The courses are designed for and available to all students and for those who wish to major or minor in the discipline. The Religious Studies Program takes a contemporary, critical, and open approach. The courses focus on the Bible, the wealth of Christian tradition and history, current theology, spiritual life and the practical and social applications of theology. The Religious...
Major in Religion The general religion major in a 10 course major designed to give you a strong background in biblical and theological studies as preparation for various professions, for graduate education and/or Christian service.
Admission to the major
To be admitted to the religion department's major program, you must have completed a core religion course (121 or 131) with a minimum grade of C (2.0).
Requirements for the major The following courses...
Requirements for a Major in Government (CIP 45.1001)
Candidates for a major in government must complete with a "C" average or better, at least 37 hours in government courses. Included in the 37 hours must be Government 229, 230, 260, at least three hours in public policy and administration (Government 334, 337, 338, or 340), three hours in American Government and Government 323, 324, 336, three hours in international studies (Government 343, Government...
Requirements for a Major in Religion (CIP 38.0201)
Students will complete a curriculum that consists of forty hours of religion beyond the General College Curriculum requirements. Students will take RELG 202 Old Testament Survey and RELG 212 New Testament Survey to satisfy the General College Curriculum religion requirement and must take PHIL 121 Introduction to Philosophy to satisfy three hours of the social science/humanities requirement. Students...
Requirements for a Major in Religion with a Concentration in Christian History. (CIP 38.0201)
Some students who major in religion may choose to concentrate in Christian History. Such students will complete a curriculum that consists of forty hours of religion beyond the General College Curriculum requirements. Students who choose this concentration will take RELG 202 Old Testament Survey and RELG 212 New Testament Survey to satisfy the General College...
In the organ sequence, courses include organ pedagogy, supervised student teaching experiences, transcription of organ and piano accompaniments, conducting from the console and anthem accompaniment.
he mission of the religion department is to foster the spiritual and intellectual growth of students through the disciplined, critical study of religion. The four key aspects of this mission are to develop:
An understanding of the nature of religion, Christian scriptures and traditions, and world religions.
An ability to carry on disciplined, critical dialogue concerning varied understandings of Christianity, other religions and other disciplines,...
The Religious Studies offerings are integral to the Liberal Arts Core of the University. Through Religious Studies courses, the student is challenged to examine the religious dimension of human existence. The student is asked to explore the manner in which religious traditions and symbols have provided and continue to offer an interpretation of human life. In addition to courses that probe the Roman Catholic tradition, courses in Contemporary Protestantism,...
Sociology examines how individuals, groups and institutions affect each other in a variety of social settings, from the most intimate setting to global international settings. Societal inequities due to age, social class, disability, ethnicity,gender, race and sexual orientation are central issues in the discipline. Sociology provides the student with the tools to evaluate theories and research about group behaviors and activities as well as how people...
Learning Outcomes for The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies.
Upon successful completion of major requirements students should be able to:
1. Articulate how religion has the power to shape individual lives and
social values.
2. Critically read, evaluate, and write on the foundational texts and the
significant ideas, concepts, and questions in the study of religion.
3. Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of Christian traditions including...
The Bachelor of Arts in Religion is a social science degree. Students in this program examine eastern and western religions, both historical and contemporary. They study the cultural, political, and spiritual aspects of religion while being exposed to the theological tenets of religious thought. Graduates of this program are inclined toward professions that include aspects of human services and pastoral...
Students who have completed a bachelor‘s degree in a secular field before surrendering to God‘s call into the ministry, or who have a degree and yet desire training in Bible and related courses for church work will be interested in this program.
This program allows the student who has a degree to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Bible by Extension without having to relocate.
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