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# Department of Religion and Philosophy

Kakos School of Arts and Sciences

Department of Religion and Philosophy

**Where big questions about culture, ethics, meaning, and justice shape how you engage the world.**

Explore how religion and philosophy shape culture, ethics and social structures through a person-centered education built for life in the twenty-first century. Develop moral and creative problem-solving skills to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Go deeper on major issues related to peace and justice. Prepare yourself for law school, graduate work, or careers in social action while taking full advantage of everything a global city offers through research, internships, and community-engaged learning.

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Religion and philosophy at Manhattan University in NYC. A person-centered education in peace and justice, philosophy and religious studies.