Saint Michael's College

The religious studies program at Saint Michael's serves as excellent preparation for graduate studies, careers in teaching and Christian ministries and any number of career choices built on a solid liberal arts foundation.

In keeping with the mission of Saint Michael's as a Catholic liberal arts college, we approach religious studies by examining the foundations, development, meaning, and cultural relevance of the Christian tradition. We also encourage you to explore other religious traditions, such as Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism.

Ultimately, these studies contribute to our graduates' understanding of humanity and of themselves, and help to develop the skills of critical thinking and analysis that are essential to successful careers, further study and lives of service.

To contact the Department of Religious Studies:

View a complete list of faculty in the Department of Religious Studies.

James Byrne
Professor of Religious Studies, Department Chair

John Kenney
Professor of Religious Studies

Joseph Kroger
Professor of Religious Studies

Ed Mahoney
Professor of Religious Studies, Director of Graduate Theology

Ray Patterson
Associate Professor of Religious Studies

Jeffrey Trumbower
Dean of the College,
Professor of Religious Studies

Michael Carter '12

Saint Michael's names assistant professor of religious studies