Religion

Student Opportunities

Students studying religion at Carthage have many opportunities for enriched study and learning. You could spend a semester assisting a pastor in leading his or her congregation, or work to revitalize a church youth group as you build your ministry skills. You could travel to the Hindu "land of the gods" to examine the religious significance of the Himalayan region, or spend a month in Israel and explore ancient sites in Jerusalem.

At Carthage, religion students regularly travel beyond the boundaries of the classroom to examine world religion from many angles.

Parish Service

Religion students at Carthage can get hands-on experience in ministry and leadership by working within a local congregation or church organization. The Parish Service course at Carthage assigns students to a Kenosha-area congregation or church organization where they assist the pastor and practice leadership in several self-chosen areas of church life. Students meet regularly with their Carthage placement supervisor and participate in classroom conferences with their professor. The work gives students practical experience in ministry and hands-on training toward a future career as a minister or counselor.

Study Abroad

Students studying religion at Carthage have ample opportunity to study outside the United States during J-Term or for a semester. Spend a month excavating an ancient Roman temple in northern Israel, or spend a January examining religious myth and political vision in theatre in Berlin. Students have studied in Greece, Guatemala and the Himalayas. Current programs are offered in India, the Mediterranean and Germany.

Academic Resources

Prospective Students

Faculty Spotlight

Religion Professor James Lochtefeld brings Indian culture to life in photography show. Read more.

J-Term in Israel

Unearthing the Past. Annual study tour in northern Israel transforms Carthage undergrads into archaeologists.