The ability to think critically, communicate effectively and act ethically are at the foundation of many occupations. Degrees in philosophy and religion are designed to teach these skills and heighten moral awareness. Philosophy aims to develop both a deepened self awareness and a global perspective. The religion major aids students in understanding the Judeo-Christian traditions and other religions of the world. At Simpson, both majors offer a senior seminar class where students will prepare and present a senior thesis paper in preparation for graduate study.

• The three divisions of study within the department are Bible/Theology, Ethics, and World Religions.

• Opportunities for involvement are numerous including Religious Life Council, Youth Corps, Amnesty International, Habitat for Humanity, prison ministry and work at area churches and parochial schools.

Recent jobs, internships and graduate schools
Garrett Theological Seminary at Northwestern, Duke Divinity School, Candler Theology at Emory, The Navigators and Project Transformation.

“The department of religion and philosophy prepared me very well for graduate school. The professors are well respected scholars and the one-on-one contact I received was invaluable. I was exposed to a wide range of topics that gave me a firm foundation in the discipline and has allowed me a greater depth of learning at seminary.”    

Grant Woodley—Class of 2002
graduate student, Duke Divinity School

Learn more about the Religion Department.