KU Department of Religious Studies

KU Department of Religious Studies The KU Department of Religious Studies offers a bachelor of arts (B.A.), bachelor of general studies (B.G.S.), and minors in Religious Studies.

Religions have been and remain among the most powerful forces shaping human history. Their discourses and practices inform the way we perceive ourselves, those around us, and existence at large, even when we are not actively religious. Through interdisciplinary endeavors, Religious Studies acquaints students with the diversity of religious cultures and introduces them to key methods and theories e

mployed in their examination as "religion", without seeking to promote or disprove any specific belief system. Michael Zogry, Chair
William Lindsey, Graduate Director
Samuel Brody, Undergraduate Director

Amplifying voices that matter!The Women’s Voices Conference explores the history, impact, and influence of Muslim female...
05/04/2026

Amplifying voices that matter!

The Women’s Voices Conference explores the history, impact, and influence of Muslim female preachers across Africa, highlighting their contributions and the challenges they navigate across diverse cultural and social spaces.

Watson Library, Room 455 + Zoom
May 18-19
Mon 9AM-6PM | Tues 10AM-6PM
Open to scholars, practitioners, and especially African voices, join the conversation.

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04/21/2026

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Tomorrow’s Faith and Health event is CANCELED!!!
04/08/2026

Tomorrow’s Faith and Health event is CANCELED!!!

Join us for a meaningful multi-faith dialogue bringing together Christian, Jewish, and Muslim perspectives.This event fo...
04/01/2026

Join us for a meaningful multi-faith dialogue bringing together Christian, Jewish, and Muslim perspectives.

This event focuses on understanding, respectful engagement, and cooperation across faith traditions within our community.

Location: ECM by the Oread, KU Campus
Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Registration required. Link in bio.

Join us for “Manoel Joaquim Ricardo, A Successful Hausa Freedman in Bahia, c. 1806-1865” with João José Reis as he explo...
03/27/2026

Join us for “Manoel Joaquim Ricardo, A Successful Hausa Freedman in Bahia, c. 1806-1865” with João José Reis as he explores the remarkable life and social rise of Manoel Joaquim Ricardo in 19th-century Brazil.

🗓️Friday, April 3
⏰12 PM

Join us for a screening of Malês followed by a powerful discussion with João José Reis on the legacy of the 1835 Malê Re...
03/26/2026

Join us for a screening of Malês followed by a powerful discussion with João José Reis on the legacy of the 1835 Malê Revolt and the stories behind it.

📍 Marvin Hall, The Forum
🗓 Thursday, April 2
⏰ 4-7 PM

Join us for a screening of Malês on April 2nd followed by a powerful discussion with João José Reis on April 3rd on the ...
03/26/2026

Join us for a screening of Malês on April 2nd followed by a powerful discussion with João José Reis on April 3rd on the legacy of the 1835 Malê Revolt and the stories behind it.

📍 Marvin Hall, The Forum (Movie) Stauffer-Flint 100 (Discussion) 
🗓 Thursday, April 2 & Friday, April 3

Building a stronger, healthier community - together!Join the conversation on how interfaith organizations are making rea...
03/26/2026

Building a stronger, healthier community - together!

Join the conversation on how interfaith organizations are making real impact on community health!

📍 Lawrence Public Library
🗓️ Thursday, April 9th
⏰ 6:30-7:30 PM

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03/12/2026

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