About
The faculty in the WVU Religious Studies Program encourage students to explore the religions of the world, and learn about one of the strongest driving forces in human history. Students in the program have the opportunity to learn about a wealth of cultures, including ancient Egyptian rituals, the history of China, the life of the Buddha, how and why Judaism and Christianity split, how the Hebrew Bible and New Testament achieved their current forms, and how religions interact today.
Quick Facts
- A minor in Religious Studies is compatible with many other disciplines, including history, philosophy, English, communication studies, political science, and international studies. We have a diverse population of WVU majors, who bring exciting perspectives to our courses!
- Students with a minor in Religious Studies from WVU have found multiple benefits in their post-graduate life: whether you enter the worlds of business, medicine, engineering, fields of the humanities or sciences, your Religious Studies minor is a useful and unique addition to any major.
- Learning about the world traditions and cultures is extremely beneficial, no matter what profession or vocation one a student chooses. In today’s global environment, many companies are looking for employees with the unique ability to communicate with, and understand, people from other religions and cultures. A degree in Religious Studies provides a student with critical thinking skills and a global awareness that is necessary to succeed in the contemporary world.