Theology

Theology courses at Kent are, in many ways, more about questions than about answers. Of course, you'll study the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament. You compare the major religions of the world and learn about their beliefs, ceremonies and holidays. You can even be introduced to the major Western philosophers: Plato, Aristotle, Descartes.

But you'll do a lot more than acquire new information. You'll be pushed to think critically and probe deeply. You'll be encouraged to ponder and reflect on your experiences and even question your own ideas. That's because at Kent, we see theology and philosophy not as a bunch of fixed notions but as concepts that will engage and invigorate you. We like to look at how theology interacts with science and literature, the world in general and ourselves in particular.

Kent was founded by an Episcopal monk who would no doubt be pleased that Kent has maintained its spiritual affiliation. But we like to think that he would be even more pleased that we push our beliefs, even prod them a bit, that we view theology as another opportunity (albeit one close to the heart and the soul) for intellectual exercise. This is perhaps one of the best possible tributes to our past and to where we've been. It's also one of the best sources of hope for where we're going.