The immediate concern of the religious studies program is to achieve an understanding of the person as a religious believer and of the impact of religion upon human existence. This means that religion is reflected upon as a force that has shaped and been shaped by social, political, scientific and ethical concerns. Since Loyola is a Catholic university, these studies are undertaken from within the perspective of the Catholic tradition. Students electing a religious studies major are assigned a faculty advisor in the department. They can choose a track in Christianity or a track in world religions.
Minors are also available in both tracks.
Adjuncts in appropriate disciplines and foreign language study are encouraged. Specific common curriculum requirements are given in the beginning of this chapter under Curriculum Design. Specific common curriculum requirements are given in the beginning of this chapter under Curriculum Design.