Why Philosophy

Courses in religion and philosophy demand rigorour study and willingness to examine objectively and sympathetically various religious and philosophical viewpoints. The intent of the study of religion and philosophy is to enable students to gain a greater understanding of their own heritage and outlook and the heritage and outlook of others.

The combined religion and philosophy major can provide a strong liberal-arts foundation. This major prepares students for theological seminary; law or business schools; or graduate work in religion, philosophy and other fields in the humanities.

It also offers the opportunity to structure a stong interdiscipoinary major with philosophy or religion as the core.