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DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES
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Religious Studies at Webster University encourages exploration of contemporary issues and personal meaning in an open, sharing atmosphere. We see the religions of the world as complex, living traditions, not simply history and scripture. We study all forms of expression of the religious life--myth, art, meditation, ritual, ideas, festivals, mysticism-whether the expression be found in individual feelings or in historical traditions like Buddhism or Christianity.
We do not consider religious experiences or ideas to be right or wrong; rather, we try to understand religious expressions within the cultures of the world; and we try to understand religious expressions as resources by which we can find meaning in our lives today. As an international University, Webster has students with roots in all of the major religious traditions of the world. Thus, a respect for the views of others is central to our department.
Religious Studies majors have pursued a wide range of careers and graduate studies including ministry, social work, education, social action, and business. Many students who major in religious studies also major in other departments.
Undergraduate
MajorReligious Studies (BA)
Minors
Religious Studies
Certificate
Buddhist Studies
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