Religion

Become familiar with faith traditions and cultural influences throughout the world.

Religion major and minor

Familiarity is a significant first step toward increased understanding.

Many world problems can be traced to a lack of knowledge and appreciation of people and cultures different from our own. Simpson religion majors use their knowledge in various fields to help solve problems.

You will learn how religious beliefs and customs affect nearly every aspect of life. You will be challenged to think beyond your set of personal beliefs

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What Can I Do With My Degree?

A major in religion helps students develop as critical readers, writers, and thinkers, skills important to any of several careers. The major is excellent preparation for seminary or a variety of ministerial careers, including public service, missionary, and youth work. Religion majors also pursue careers in law, government, activism, journalism, public relations, sales, and academia.

Minoring in religion will help you develop critical thinking and writing skills while familiarizing you with the beliefs, rituals, and moral values of people who may hold different beliefs. This type of global thinking prepares you well for your chosen career path.

Get Involved

Find out how you can get involved in your Religion studies beyond the classroom at Simpson College.

Internships

Religion majors participate in a variety of experiences during their time at Simpson. Some interns are paid through a grant to fund internships at new and/or non-profit internship sites. In several cases, a semester-long internship or volunteer experience led to extended summer internships and/or summer jobs.

Internship Opportunities

Religious Life Community

The Simpson College Religious Life Community (RLC) is a community. We are a completely student-led group that strives to meet the spiritual needs of every student on campus. RLC is a community where anyone can grow in the never-ending journey of faith and spirituality to discover what God calls us to do in our lives. As this journey is not meant to be done alone, we invite all to join us in this loving and welcoming community.

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The Matthew Simpson Lecture in Religion

The Matthew Simpson Lecture in Religion is an annual lecture by a nationally known religious scholar.

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Research and Creativity Symposium

At Simpson, our students dive into new ideas and discover what they’re passionate about. Each spring, we honor that discovery at the annual Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium. It’s a day set aside for students, faculty, and staff to come together and celebrate the outstanding student work that has taken place during the year.

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