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Religion

This research guide provides tips for getting started with research in religion and describes useful research tools and resources.

Religious Studies at Cal Poly

Cal Poly Interdisciplinary General Education: "The IGE Program introduces participants to different ways of examining concepts and ideas, fostering a connective ability--a power to see all knowledge as interrelated."  This includes an appreciation for religion and its impact on the world.

Cal Poly Philosophy Department: Learn about the Philosophy Department and courses related to religion and mythology.  You can also pursue a Religious Studies minor.

Cal Poly Philosophy Club: Find out about more about the Philosophy Club @ Facebook.

 

Interested in Pursuing a Graduate Degree in Religion or Theology?

AAR:  Here you will find the American Academy of Religion's Guide to the Graduate Study of Religion and Theology

Belief-o-Matic

Belief-O-Matic powered by SelectSmart.com

This quiz allows you to test your beliefs about god, the afterlife, and human nature, to see which faith (if any) best fits your views.

Reading and Writing Argumentative Essays

Although these works [written by Jim Pryor of NYU] are intended for students of philosophy, they may be very useful for reading and writing argumentative essays.

Guidelines on Reading Philosophy                    Guidelines on Writing a Philosophy Paper

Get Help from the University Writing Center, Cal Poly Pomona, University Library, room 2921

E-mail: lrc@cpp.edu     Phone: (909) 869-5154

Academic Integrity: Learn more about standards of good scholarship from Cal Poly's Judicial Affairs Office

Avoiding Plagiarism: Here are some tips from Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (OWL)

Religious Studies

ARDA: The Association of Religion Data Archives: This website allows users access to data on religion, included various studies and congregational reports.

Internet Guide to Religion: This website, from the Wabash Center, is dedicated to the study of religion. Resources include electronic texts, course syllabi, and other helpful resources.

Investigating Atheism:  "The purpose of this site is to . . . offer a range of perspectives (from all sides) on the chief issues raised by the 'new atheists'.

The Pew Forum: The Pew Research Center "seeks to promote a deeper understanding of issues at the intersection of religion and public affairs."

The Pluralism Project: This project is based at Harvard University and is dedicated to understanding the changing landscape of religion in the United States.