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Teaching
Religion has been, and
is, a major influence on American business,
politics, education, ethics and more. Yet
few existing disciplines include study of
how religion impacts the history, format
or interpretation of the subject matter.
We believe it is productive
to integrate teaching about religion into
courses from other disciplines as well as
create courses specific to the mission of
the Center. We aim to create curriculum
that will equip professional schools around
the nation with strategies and materials
that prepare students to work in a diverse
society.
University of Missouri-Columbia
is one of only six public universities in
the country with professional schools of
medicine, veterinary and law on one campus.
Because we believe it is important to impact
curriculum and training in many professions,
materials can be tailored for the teaching
methods of each profession. Faculty in a
range of disciplines contribute to curriculum.
Courses affiliated with
the Center include “Journalism, Religion
and Public Life,” “Religion Reporting
and Writing," “Religion and
the Professions" and "Spirituality and Health." Graduate students
can also work with selected faculty on research
in the field of religion and the professions.
Religion
and the Professions Courses
The following courses,
which examine issues related to religion
and professional service, have been offered
by faculty members affiliated with the Center.
Speakers
The
Center can also assist in arranging speakers on topics related to religion, ethics, current events and professions for classes or events. Contact Amy White at (573) 882-2770 or whiteab@missouri.edu.
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