Religion/Philosophy - Midland University

Religion/Philosophy from Midland University is a Campus Bachelor Philosophy degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. The faculty and students in the Religion department at Midland Lutheran College see religion as an important human phenomenon. As a department, we emphasize critical analysis of Christianity's sacred texts and doctrines, reflection on the nature of religious belief and practice, and the integration of faith into daily life. MLC values its Lutheran heritage, and we welcome students of all faiths, as well as students without religious backgrounds, to participate in our theologically diverse course offerings. You can select from two tracks within the department?Religion/Philosophy and Youth & Family Ministry?and majors and minors are available within each track. Why study religion? Do you want to know more about the Christian faith? Perhaps you've read the Bible but want to understand it better. Maybe you've never read the Bible and wonder why some people find it so important. You may have wondered about the nature of God, the problem of evil, or the relationship between individual actions and social justice. The Christian tradition is rich, diverse, and fascinating, and the Religion/Philosophy major at Midland Lutheran College will teach you to think thoughtfully and critically about Christianity, train you in the methods with which scholars study religion, introduce you to great Christian thinkers and ideas, and offer you the opportunity to examine and strengthen your faith. What will you learn? After earning a degree in Religion/Philosophy at MLC, you will Have gained a deeper understanding of yourself, of the Christian religious tradition, and of the intellectual heritage of the Western world Be able to think critically about the world around you, construct an argument, and present it effectively through writing and speech Be able to read difficult texts and articulate why they are relevant to everyday life?from politics to social policy to religious practice to international relations Be prepared to enter the workforce, begin graduate work, and make the decisions that will shape your future. View more details on Midland University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Philosophy courses.