Department News
One Class Can Change Your LifeGraduating religion senior Hali Brook is leaving Ashland and going to Thailand to train with the organization Remember Nhu. |
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Senior Wisdom
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Faculty
Craig Hovey teaches courses in Christian theology and ethics. He is a Southern California native and a sub-four hour marathoner. Dr. Hovey received his Ph.D... Read more
Student Spotlight
Studying Religion at Ashland University has helped me to not only become a better Youth Pastor and Christian leader in this generation... Read more
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Rinehart Center for Religious Studies
Ashland, OH 44805
Religion
Deepen and broaden your understanding of Christianity and World Religions.
When you study Religion at Ashland University, you will explore the fields of:
- Biblical Studies
- Christian Theology
- History of Christianity
- Practical Theology
- Christian Ethics
- World Religions
As a Religion major, with the direction and guidance of your professors, you will write a thesis in your chosen area of concentration. This experience, coupled with deeply thoughtful classroom explorations, will prepare you for Christian service, seminary or graduate school. Read More.
Why Study Religion at Ashland University
It is true that many who study religion at Ashland University intend to enter some form of ministry as a vocation, or to go on to further academic study of religion. Many recent graduates have attended Ashland Theological Seminary while others have chosen such places as Princeton Seminary, Oxford University, Emory University and Duke University. The Religion Department's programs are academically rigorous, sensitive to issues of faith development, and focused on spiritual and moral formation--a perfect combination in the preparation of those called to a life of ministry in the church or academy. Read More.
In Their Own Words
See what people are saying about our programs.
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Michelle Tucker (’10)The professors are both informative and objective, teaching the material well while allowing you to draw your own conclusions about how that should affect your life. -
Robert Wright-Stasko, (’11)Studying Religion at Ashland University was an integral step in my spiritual growth as a worship leader. -
Ben Sheets (‘03)I am blessed to have attended Ashland University and to have been a part of the religion department. For it was there, through faculty and ideas, that I was nurtured for my future, spiritually and academically. -
Melissa Tommelleo (‘01)My upper level Religion classes were academically challenging and required much reading and reflection. If I had not been challenged in this way, I would not have been appropriately prepared for law school. I can easily say that it was the professors of the Ashland University Religion Department... more -
Cory Smith (‘12)My time as a religion major gave me the opportunity to expand and discipline my understanding of God, faith, and our interactions with the world.