The Department of philosophy and religion explores the nature of the
real world, the basis of human values, and foundations of reason.
Students approach these issues through study of both historical
literature and contemporary developments.
The department’s study of Western
and Eastern religious traditions
introduces students to a major influence on all civilizations.
Journalists, diplomats, and government specialists benefit from the
serious consideration of the inner workings of the religious ethos
of civilizations. AU’s location in Washington, D.C., offers students
access to national offices and centers for many religions. The
Consortium of Universities of the Metropolitan Area also offers
students a variety of courses in philosophy and religion. Faculty consists of internationally renowned scholars.
The department of philosophy and
religion offers a BA in
philosophy, a combined BA and MA in philosophy,
and MA programs in History of Philosophy; Philosophy
and Social Policy; and Ethics, Peace, and Global Affairs.
In Memoriam, Lucinda Joy Peach
Our esteemed colleague Lucinda Joy Peach died July 25, 2008, of sudden
complications following treatment for a recurrence of breast cancer.
She was 52. She was an internationally respected scholar with numerous articles
and chapters on gender and violence, the ethics of war, and women's human
rights, including the trafficking of women sex-workers as a human rights
violation. More >>
Ph: 202-885-2925 Fax: 202-885-1094 philrel@american.edu
