What can you do with a religion studies major?
Everything.

Students of religion explore some of the most fascinating areas of the human experience. Among other questions, they inquire into the many understandings of reality and the many manifestations of sacred practice across cultures. Religion is a field of study that is both personally rewarding and highly relevant in its applications to the contemporary world.

Our students learn to discern the role of religion for individuals, cultures, and societies. They study and compare the myths, symbols, and rituals of various religious traditions in a context of free inquiry and critical examination. Through their studies they come to recognize the internal coherence and distinctiveness of diverse worldviews.

In keeping with the enormous changes in the world and the increasing controversy surrounding religious issues, the department seeks to provide students the opportunity to explore religious diversity in many different historic and contemporary forms, including religions of East and South Asia, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Why choose Muhlenberg for religion studies?

Habits of Mind
Through our curriculum, graduates learn to read closely, think critically, discuss insightfully, and write analytically. These skills are the heart of a liberal arts education. Our program of study prepares students for whatever educational and professional paths they may choose and builds their capacity to be lifelong learners.

 

  • UPCOMING EVENT

    Sikh Belief and Practice in the Lehigh Valley with Hardeep Sembhi

    Seegers Union Event Space
    7:00 pm

    Composed of both longtime residents of the Lehigh Valley and more recent arrivals, the characteristics and challenges of the Sikh community are both recognizable and unique to their own circumstances. Our conversation with Hardeep Sembhi will consider a number of different aspects of belief and practice, including the dynamics of the local community, the role of women in Sikh belief and practice, and the climate for the Sikh community in our area.

Religion Studies

Spring 2025 Courses to Check Out

Touching the Past

faculty focus

Associate Professor of Religion Studies Jessica Cooperman emphasizes the importance of primary documents to tell history and focus on the future.

Address Muhlenberg College Religion Studies Moyer 226 2400 Chew Street Allentown, PA 18104

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