Department of Theology

Division of Fine Arts and Humanities

Administration Building 322 - (504) 520-5457 - https://www.xula.edu/department/department-of-theology.html

Prompted by St. Katharine Drexel’s prophetic commitment to African American and Native American communities, the Department of Theology enables majors and minors to reflect critically on their historical situations in light of Christian and other faith traditions, to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society. In our scholarship, we prioritize critical methods developed within religious, cultural, and intellectual traditions of diverse communities, particularly those of African descent. Our theological approaches advocate for the dignity of all humans and care for the earth, in light of the preferential option for the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized. Students who graduate from our program are prepared to integrate theological reflection into other academic disciplines and all domains of life, as well as discern the practical implications of critical reflection.

Major - A Major in Theology challenges students to the universal call to actively engage in the transformation of society. Thus, students are prepared to assume positions of leadership in academia and/or professional life. In keeping with the call to transform society, the theology program prepares students for a variety of academic, professional and service opportunities.

The Theology program requires Theology majors to take  THEO 1100 The Christian Faith , THEO 1120 Introduction to Biblical Studies , THEO 1170 Introduction to Theology , THEO 3030S Special Topics Seminar  (6 hours),  THEO 4000 Capstone Seminar , nd THEO 4999 Senior Comprehensives . In addition, majors must take 6 hours of THEO electives and 9 hours in any one of the following three areas: Fundamentals of Theology, Historical Theology, and Biblical Studies. Total: 33 hours

Minor - The Theology program requires Theology minors to take one course in ​​each of the following three areas: Fundamentals of Theology, Historical Theology, and Biblical Studies (9 hours total), THEO 3030S Special Topics Seminar  (6 hours), and 3 hours of Theology electives. Total: 18 hours

Double Concentration - Students choosing a double concentration in Theology and another discipline may complete any 12 hours of Theology coursework. Students must take one THEO 3030S Special Topics Seminar  (3 hours) and any other three Theology courses (9 hours). An additional 12 hours is required in the other selected discipline of which specific courses might be required. Students are advised to check with the selected department that houses the discipline for the most up-to-date requirements. Total: 12 hours

Honors - Students are eligible to graduate with an honors distinction in Theology. To do so one must complete a minimum of any three Theology courses with a total of 9 credit hours and a grade of a “B” or higher in each of the courses.

Requirements for all students taking Theology courses:  All Theology courses are reading and writing intensive and the successful completion of all developmental reading and developmental English courses is a prerequisite.

Programs

• Theology, B.A.

• Theology Minor