Religion and Journalism Minor

Religion is an important cultural force that has become increasingly relevant to national and international politics. The Religion and Journalism minor allows students to explore the diverse religions of the world and the role of media in society, studying key religious and ethical debates and analyzing how religion is discussed in current affairs. Students will learn about how religion is impacting the important ethical, social and political debates of our age and, in so doing, will be well positioned to write about these issues in the media.

Why do it?

Through the Religion and Journalism minor, students will develop the skills needed to thoughtfully and effectively write about contemporary issues related to religion. As the first degree in the country that focuses on religion and journalism, this minor will set students apart after graduation as they apply for jobs or graduate school.

Who is it for?

The Religion and Journalism minor is open to all undergraduate students and may especially be of interest to students majoring in Religion and Culture, Humanities for Public Service, Communication, English, Philosophy, Political Science, and History.

Requirements

The 18-hour minor in Religion and Journalism includes 9 hours of introductory courses, 6 hours of electives, and a 3-hour capstone course.

This minor is hosted by the Department of Religion and Culture in collaboration with numerous departments across Virginia Tech.