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We explore religious traditions in all of their complexity through comparative, contextual and thematic studies. Our courses are built on the established scholarly tradition of the study of religion as an academic, as opposed to a confessional, pursuit.
Nearly 1,700 years ago, Christian monks trekked into the deserts near Israel and Egypt in search of a quiet spot for contemplation. In a new book, Kim Haines-Eitzen explores the rich range of desert sounds and what they can teach us about place, the past, solitude and community.
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A group of students, including some Nexus Scholars, is learning practical skills related to sustainability and connecting them to community behaviors.
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Benjamin Velani is a Religious Studies and Government major.
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Fifty undergrads in the College of Arts & Sciences will take part in paid research projects in Ithaca this summer with faculty from throughout the College.
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Pre-enrollment for Fall 2022 begins later this month. See a selection of the courses we are offering!
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On Cornell’s eighth Giving Day, held March 16, 15,905 alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents and friends from more than 80 countries made gifts totaling a record-breaking $12,268,629.
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Undergraduate students interested in the intersection of religion and politics or society can now apply for a new prize, to be given out next spring.
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Gifts allow the College to fulfill its mission: preparing students to do the greatest good in the world.
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Interested in a specific religious tradition? Want to learn more about religious rituals throughout history and in the contemporary world? Consider a minor or a major in religious studies!
The honors program is open to religious studies majors who have done superior work and who wish to devote a substantial part of their senior year to advanced, specialized, independent research and writing of a thesis.
Start with "Religion and Ecological Sustainability" (RELST 2273) or "Sensational Religion" (RELST 2276) or take one of the many other survey courses or seminars we offer.
Given in honor of Gelek Rimpoche the Weiner Family Summer Fellowship supports funding for summer experiential learning and research for an undergraduate student studying Buddhist practice.
We send regular e-newsletters during the academic school year.
Your support enables the program to enhance the experience for undergraduate students. Gifts can help fund lectures and conferences, student research, distinguished speakers, and other program priorities. We will greatly appreciate and immediately put into use any gift, no matter the amount. Please consider a donation to the program Current Use Gift Fund.