Programs of
Study
Theology/Religious
Studies
Faculty
Charles R. Pinches, Ph.D., Chair
Scott C. Bader-Saye, Ph.D.
James Brian Benestad, Ph.D.
Stephen J. Casey, M.A.
Mary Anne Foley, C.N.D., Ph.D.
Brigid C. Frein, Ph.D.
Maria Poggi Johnson, Ph.D.
Susan F. Mathews, Ph.D.
Cyrus Olsen, D.Phil.
Eric A. Plumer, Ph.D.
Thomas F. Sable, S.J., Ph.D.
Marc B. Shapiro, Ph.D.
Overview
As “faith seeking understanding,” theology plays
an essential role in the quest for God, wisdom, and human fulfillment. Catholic
education recognizes that theology addresses certain basic human questions in
ways that speak to the heart and mind as no other discipline can. Theology
approaches such questions not in isolation, but as a partner in a living
exchange between the Church and the diverse traditions of the world.
Theology/Religious Studies courses seek to form conscience and character,
helping our students address contemporary questions of good and evil, freedom
and truth, life and death. In addition to courses with a primarily Christian
focus, the department offers courses in non-Christian religious traditions. The
General Education requirement of 6 Theology credits for all students is
fulfilled by T/RS 121-122, a two-semester introductory sequence. These courses
must be completed before students take upper-division courses in Theology.
Major in Theology/Religious
Studies
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology/ Religious Studies
requires 30 credits in the major (including the two introductory courses),
allowing for a second major and/or minor or concentration in many fields.
Theology majors must take at least four courses at the 300 or 400 level,
including at least one semester of the Theology Capstone Seminar, T/RS 490. To
ensure a well-rounded background in the discipline, each major must take at
least one course from each of the following categories:
Old Testament:
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T/RS 210Z, 310Z, 311Z, 312Z, 313Z, 440Z
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New Testament:
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T/RS 314Z, 315Z, 316Z, 317Z, 318Z, 441
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History:
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T/RS 213, 215Z, 217, 218Z, 223Z, 319Z, 320Z, 321Z,
322Z, 323Z
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Doctrine:
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T/RS 220, 222, 224Z, 328Z, 329Z, 330Z, 331Z
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Moral Theology:
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T/RS 230, 231, 232, 236, 332Z, 333Z, 334Z, 335Z, 337Z
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Pastoral Studies Track
Completion of this track will be noted on the Theology
major’s transcript. The student must minor in Counseling and Human
Services, including in that minor CHS 111, 112, 241 and 341. Included among the
courses for the major or minor must be T/RS 338Z or CHS 439, with placement in
a pastoral setting, and a Pastoral Studies capstone seminar.
Theology/Religious Studies
Minor
The minor in Theology/Religious Studies requires 18
credits: T/RS 121 and 122 plus four more courses. In choosing courses for a
minor, students may concentrate in one area of theology or they may select
courses from several areas.
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