The Department of Religion & Philosophy at Wingate University focuses primarily on Christian traditions; many of our students are preparing for leadership roles in ministry or academics. Since our students are rooted in several denominational traditions and will find themselves working in increasingly pluralistic settings, there are no narrow or sectarian limitations on curriculum or on student projects.

Maturity springs from dynamic encounters with the actual breadth of Christian tradition and related perspectives. This occurs best when freedom of inquiry and expression are a valued part of the classroom and seminar experience.

Most of our graduates continue their education in a seminary or other
graduate program. To that end, our curriculum is designed to nurture scholarly skills. Reading assignments include classics as well as contemporary, critical work. Student work tends to be writing-intensive, ranging from short essays to lengthy research papers so students will benefit from opportunities to work individually with professors. A personal library of significant works is essential in virtually any profession, so books for student use are chosen based on their continuing value for lifelong study.

CONTACT:
Dr. G. Byrns Coleman
Professor & Department Chair
gbcole@wingate.edu
704-233-8072