Religion and Philosophy
NEWS and EVENTS
>Introducing the new minor in Ethics and the Public Interest. Interested students should sign up for POL 203 for the fall 2008 semester.
>Launch of new Center for Women, Ethics and Public Life coming this spring.
>Dr. Bruce Lawrence of Duke University speaks on "Abraham as Islamic Prophet and Icon for Pluralism" on Feb. 11, 2008, 7:00p.m. in the Christina and Seby Jones Chapel.
>Forum: Women Building Community featuring Christian, Jewish and Muslim women panelists to be held on March 11, 2008, 5:30-7:00p.m. in Ledford 101.
>Gullick lecture: Dr. Charles Kimball of Wake Forest University speaks on "When Religion Becomes Evil," in the Christina and Seby Jones Chapel on March 31, 2008, 7:00p.m.
>Forum on Religious Ethics and Socail Issues on the topic of immigration will take place on April 3, 2008, 4:00-5:30p.m. in Kresge Auditorium.
~ The Religion and Philosophy department will be offereing an Introduction to Islam course for the first time in the fall of 2008. Course number: REL 200 A, TH 11:00-12:20.
Meredith College offers a major in Religion, minors in Religion and Philosophy and supports the interdisciplinary minor in Ethics and the Public Interest.
As a part of the liberal arts curriculum, the study of religion and philosophy prepares students to live in our ever-expanding world where multiple religious, philosophical and ethical perspectives inform the different ways in which people inhabit, experience and ultimately shape the world we all share.
Our faculty specialize in a wide range of fields in both Eastern and Western religious traditions. Religion and Philosophy courses will provide you with an informed look at the world, its rich and varied religious traditions, ethical perspectives and cultural perspectives, from sacred texts to popular culture.
The department regularly hosts lectures and panel discussions on topics relating to religion and philosophy. Visit the News & Events page for recent examples.
For more information, contact Janet Nelson, department head, at (919) 760-8326 or nelsonj@meredith.edu; or Kathryn Mullen, departmental assistant, (919) 760-2361 or kirkland@meredith.edu.
