Religious Studies?
Religious studies is the academic examination of one of the most important phenomena of human culture. Its objective is to illuminate the diverse ways that religion confers meaning and value and to examine religion's power to transform lives and cultures. It investigates the ideas, practices, and styles of life basic to religion, as well as the role religion plays in human culture, society, history, and psychology. Religious studies is a cross-cultural, interdisciplinary approach to human values and meaning systems and does not advocate any particular religious ideas or beliefs. Instead it encourages an appreciation of the rich diversity of religious perspectives.
Why should I Minor In Religious Studies?
Answer from the American Academy of Religion
Who are the WIU Religious Studies Faculty?
Click on the people link to the left for an informative list of all the department members, but here is a list of the religious studies faculty.
What courses does the department offer?
Click on the courses link to the left for more information about both Philosophy and Religious Studies Courses for this semester. A short list of courses include: Exploring Religion, World Religions, The Christians, The Bible, Religion in America, Women in Religion, Great Religious Thinkers, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, Jesus, and much, much more. Come learn about religion with us.
Mary Olive Woods Scholarship Information
For more information about Mary Olive Woods and scholarship information for both Religious Studies and Philosophy, click on the "Mary Olive Woods" link in the upper left menu.
