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Research
Religion is a social and
cultural influence on individual lives and
world events. The Center provides research
and support opportunities to faculty and
students working in the fields of health,
law, journalism and other professions to
better understand the role of religion and
ethics in people’s lives.
We seek to answer questions
such as, “How well do Americans understand
the religious traditions of their fellow
citizens?” and “What challenges
and opportunities do demographic shifts
provide for businesses?
The Center seeks practical
applications of its research, aiming to
impact academic curriculum and professional
training both on campus and around the nation.
Current and recent projects include researching
the relationship between spirituality and
health care; a survey of individuals’
and professionals’ experiences in professional
settings on matters related to religion
and spirituality; and a national survey
to assess citizens’ interests and preferences
related to news on religion, with the goal
of strengthening journalistic coverage of
religion in the United States.
Being affiliated with the
Center lends legitimacy to your study in
the field of religion and the professions.
We can recommend resources for research,
and graduate students can work with selected
faculty. You will have the opportunity to
develop exciting areas of discovery in the
field of religion and the professions.
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