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| Department of Religious Studies
Ron Farmer, Ph. D. Marilyn Harran, Ph. D. Charles Hughes, D. Phil. Nancy M. Martin, Ph. D. Marvin Meyer, Ph. D. Joseph Runzo, Ph. D. Bachelor of Arts The religious studies department offers a major designed to address some of the most interesting and compelling issues in human life. Courses in religious studies explore such themes as the meaning of life and death, questions of faith and reason, the nature of the Judeo-Christian-Islamic tradition, and the religious options presented by other religions of the world. In this way, the department reflects the broad ecumenical and pluralistic interests of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the founding denomination of the university. One of the advantages of the major in religious studies is its flexibility. Students are encouraged to develop a program that meets their own personal and professional goals. Majors plan their curriculum within the context of the broad liberal arts interests of the university, and thus they often take, in addition to their classes in religion, a wide range of courses in the humanities and social sciences. In addition to pre-ministerial preparation, the study of religion offers excellent preparation for graduate work and successful careers in such fields as medicine, law, government, business, or journalism. Many religious studies majors go on to obtain graduate degrees in religion from universities or theological schools, and embark on careers in teaching, research, or ministry. The department maintains a file of catalogs of major seminaries and graduate schools, and can advise students concerning preparation for graduate work in religion. Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies upper-division requirements (15 credits)
senior project (3 credits) 3 total credits 42 Emphasis in Philosophy and Religion (See page 93.) The minor is offered for students who would like to play a more supportive and knowledgeable role in the life of their church or synagogue or who have a significant interest in religion. requirements (18 credits) Recognizing that many students who are considering a career in the ministry choose to major in a field other than religion, we suggest the following courses for those who wish to gain a foundation for seminary study: Rel
125 Philosophy of Religion 3 Rel
310 From Socrates to Aquinas or
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