The Department of Religion and Philosophy seeks to graduate students who are knowledgeable in the scriptures and develop students who, pursue and embrace learning for the common good.

Successful students will be able to interpret the scriptures and other religious phenomena in light of contemporary life, and use the theological and philosophical knowledge gained to make reasoned and informed decisions when confronting conflicting moral choices. 

The major is designed for students whose vocational goals include the ordained ministry, Christian education, church administration; those who plan to pursue further professional or academic studies in a seminary, divinity or other graduate schools; and those who seek self-enrichment from studies in Religion and Philosophy. 

The course work in the program provides a solid foundation in the critical thinking skills that are essential for students who are enrolled in pre-professional programs such as pre-law and pre-med.

ORGANIZATIONS

The Christian Student Association: The CSA is an active organization on the Stillman College campus.  Its purposes are: (1) to unite in Christian Fellowship and a sense of common loyalty to Christ and His Church at Stillman; (2) to provide an opportunity for intensive study of the Christian faith and its implementations for every area and relationship of life; (3) to challenge students to recognize and commit themselves to their present vocation as students and make their choice of life work in the light of Christian faith; (4) to help students participate intelligently in the life and work of the Church; (5) to enable students to share their common concerns and their insights as to the ways in which the Christian can effectively present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the life of the campus and the community; and (6) to hold various meetings for worship, study and work designed to accomplish these purposes. 

The Christian Student Association functions under the supervision of the College Chaplain and Religion faculty.