Philosophy & Religious Studies at The College of Saint Rose

PHILOSOPHY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES

B.A. in Philosophy B.A. in Religious Studies Minor in Ethics Minor in Philosophy Minor in Interfaith Studies Minor in Liturgical Studies Minor in Religious Studies Minor in Social Justice (for non-Sociology majors)

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Undergraduate Programs: Philosophy Philosophy students sharpen their ability to think critically and objectively, learn to seek out innovative solutions to problems, and gain the ability to analyze issues from many difficult perspectives — all skills eagerly sought by employers—while studying the most fundamental questions of the universe.

Undergraduate Programs: Religious Studies Religious studies majors can specialize in contemporary spirituality, Roman Catholic or Christian Studies, world religions, peace and justice, liturgy, the sociology of religion, new religious movements, or traditional theology.

Faculty Faculty members include Dr. Michael Brannigan — the featured ethics columnist for the Times Union and the George and Jane Pfaff Endowed Chair in Ethics and Moral Values at the College.

Each full-time professor has a Ph.D. and have earned degrees from universities such as the University of Leuven, Saint Louis University, Syracuse University and the University at Albany.

Philosophy and Religious Studies majors have become professors and attorneys, pastors and college administrators, labor negotiators and musicians, among many other careers.

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Internships Saint Rose students have interned at the Women’s Law Center (Caucus at Albany Law), New York State Assembly, Unity House Shelter, Albany Roman Catholic, Episcopal and Methodist Dioceses, Albany City Council, local hospital hospice and chaplaincy programs, Catholic Worker house, and many other local organizations.

Remarkable Outcomes Saint Rose graduates have translated their wisdom into success in an astonishing range of careers: professors and attorneys, pastors and college administrators, youth ministers and bank managers,

A major in Philosophy or Religious Studies lets you explore the big questions, tackle difficult problems, and hone your thinking skills — preparing you for success in a variety of careers.

legislative and government agency staff, labor negotiators and social work directors, even painters and musicians, among many others.

For More Information Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies: www.strose.edu/philosophy Degree requirements and course descriptions: www.strose.edu/catalogs Admission and applications: www.strose.edu/admissions

EXTRACURRICULARS The Philosophy Club meets weekly for debates and discussions on issues of the day and other topics of interest. They also present, along with the Saint Rose Ethics Roundtable, the Annual Student Ethics Forum panel discussion.

The national Philosophy Honors Society, Phi Sigma Tau, inducts outstanding students into the Saint Rose chapter each year.

Each year, in one of the headline events at Saint Rose, the Sidney Albert Interfaith Lectureship series invites one distinguished speaker to discuss a topic related to interfaith dialogue.

The annual Vickery Lecture in Ethics in Leadership has featured renown speakers such as Dr. Elizabeth Kiss, president of Agnes Scott College; Jonathan Kozol, education activist and author; and Asra Nomani, feminist activist and author.

Albany and the Capital Region — Our Extended Campus Only a few blocks from Albany’s vibrant downtown and state Capitol, our campus is within walking distance of a variety of shops and restaurants. The tree-lined streets, historic homes, and modern stately academic buildings are the perfect backdrop for your education. This is an active community of more than 60,000 college students, and Places Rated Almanac has ranked Albany as one of the top three cities in which to receive an education. The Region’s role as a government and growing tech center provides plentiful opportunities for internships and employment.

Living on Campus Saint Rose offers guaranteed housing for four years for all undergraduate students and limited College-owned apartments for graduate students.

Scholarships and Financial Aid We have maintained one of the lowest private college tuitions in New York state and award scholarships, grants and financial aid to our incoming freshman, transfer and graduate students. Committed to enrolling students with proven achievement, the College offers academic scholarships and graduate assistantships based on high school or prior college GPA. For more information, visit www.strose.edu/finaid.

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