The study of religion at Kenyon is intrinsically global and interdisciplinary. The faculty’s areas of expertise range from the history of early Christianity to Buddhist philosophy, from Sufi practices to Hindu diaspora in the Caribbean, and from ancient Judaism to religion and sci-fi, gender and sexuality, and transhumanism. The department’s courses use diverse disciplinary approaches, including philosophy, sociology, history and anthropology, to think through questions about how different religious traditions have intersected with themes as varied as gender, social and political power, nature, death, communal life, psychology and concepts of the transcendent.

Religious Studies at Kenyon

Why study religion at Kenyon College? Professor Joy Brennan explains the interdisciplinary and global potential of coursework in religious studies.

Theta Alpha Kappa

Theta Alpha Kappa (TAK) is a national honor society that seeks to recognize the academic achievements in religious studies. In addition to encouraging the activities of local chapters, TAK maintains a vigorous national program of scholarship awards and fellowship competitions.

Contact
Phone Number
740-427-5247
Email Address
snyder4@kenyon.edu
Location
Department of Religious Studies 
O'Connor House
Kenyon College
Gambier, Ohio 43022