The Department of Religious Studies
In a global context, the study of religion and philosophy offers students access to some of the most ancient and enduring traditions shaping our contemporary world. A liberal arts education focusing on these disciplines provides an important exposure to cultural diversity, a basis for engaged and compassionate social action, and complex critical thinking skills vital for virtually all professional pursuits.
General Links & Resources
The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy is a useful resource for the study of philosophy, as is the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy.
The Feminist Philosopher’s Blog is a compendium of feminist related news in the philosophy profession.
Contact
Leslie Dorrough Smith, Ph.D., Dean of Arts and Sciences Professor of Religious Studies; Chair of the Women’s and Gender Studies Program
P: 816-501-3655 / E: leslie.smith
Faculty & Staff
