BA Religion

The religion program at Lycoming College seeks to open students' worldview and understanding of other cultures through the comparative study of religions and the analysis of biblical and historical texts. From learning what drives decision-making and history to discovering how foreign policy is directed, an education in religion gives students a well-rounded understanding of the forces that drive communities of all sizes. A new, intensely interdisciplinary curriculum gives students both a breadth and depth of knowledge as well as critical thinking, writing, communication, linguistic, and paleographic skills. When compared to other small colleges, the Religion Department at Lycoming is distinctive; the curriculum offers particular strengths in the areas of biblical studies and ethics and death and dying studies, along with course offerings in comparative religions and theology. Whether preparing for the ministry and graduate school or for work in advertising, archaeology, social services, law, business, or education, religion students at Lycoming develop a sensitivity and appreciation for others as well as an inquisitiveness that drives them to succeed.