Classics and Religious Studies
The Nebraska Difference
Curiosity
Discover what moves you with a variety of academic disciplines.
Flexibility & Choice
Customize your degree with course choices. Add a minor or second major.
Hands-On Experience
Build knowledge, skills and experience in and out of the classroom.
Limitless Career Paths
Connect your major, interests and goals to any field.
Program Features
Focus and Range
Dive deep into your classics and religious studies major while taking a wide variety of courses across all areas in the College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate academically well-rounded and eager to keep learning. Use your collaboration and communication skills to address complex problems and make a positive impact professionally and personally.
1-to-1 Academic Advising and Career Coaching
Along with your faculty, professional academic advisors and career coaches will help you make a one-of-a-kind degree plan. We are focused on your success, while at Nebraska and after graduation, whether your goal is employment or graduate/professional school.
Small Classes, Experiential Learning
Upper-level classes provide personal attention from expert faculty. Archaeological excavations and study abroad trips in Italy, Morocco, Greece and Turkey give students the opportunity to explore and experience Greco-Roman antiquity firsthand under the guidance of department faculty. Learn to use the latest digital tools to analyze artifacts and language.
Notable Courses
Classical Antiquity in Popular Culture (CLAS 121)
The representation of ancient Greek and Roman literature, mythology and history in contemporary American popular culture, including film, television and graphic novels.
Jesus: A Global History (RELG 150)
The historical Jesus, and the variant forms that the memory and theologies of Jesus have taken outside of Christian traditions, including Islam, Judaism, Buddhism and Hinduism.
Yoga, Tantra and Zen (RELG 201)
Exploration of highly influential traditions of Asian thought and practice. Focus on historical, ideological and practical dimensions and dispelling popular misconceptions.
Classical Mythology (CLAS 180)
Literary sources of Greek and Roman myths and their influence.
War in the Classical World (CLAS 245)
Ancient war as practiced from Classical Greece to Imperial Rome. Weapons, tactics, strategies, leadership and rationale.
Religion and Politics in America (RELG/HIST 227)
Study the influence of religion on all sides of key national debates through a historical, cultural and comparative ethical examination of the intersection of religion and politics in American history.
Huskers Do Big Things
Internships
- Pathology Associates of North Texas
- U.S. Strategic Command
- Southwestern
Careers
- Administrative and Legislative Research Team, Nebraska Commission on African American Affairs
- Latin Teacher, Creighton Preparatory School
- Religious Coordinator, Nebraska Department of Corrections
Graduate Schools
- Master’s degree, Theological Studies, Harvard University
- Juris Doctor degree, University of California-Los Angeles
- Ph. D., History, University of Edinburgh
Outside the Classroom
Depending on your major, interests and goals, you can choose to do research, work as an intern, study abroad, become a leader or serve your community. The university’s Experiential Learning requirement ensures you have at least one of these transformative learning experiences; students in the College of Arts and Sciences typically complete at least two.
Work alongside a faculty member as a research assistant or design your own research project through the Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) program.
Explore a wide variety of local, national and international internships. Connect with our career coaches to identify opportunities and document the skills and experience you gain on the job.
Explore the legacy of ancient cultures in a study tour of Greece or Italy or connect with our Global Experiences Office to find an affiliate program in almost any location you can imagine.
Get involved in one of the 540+ student organizations available at Nebraska. Meet students who share your interests, become a leader or serve the community.
Featured Faculty
Morgan Palmer, Assistant Professor of Practice
Dr. Palmer’s research and teaching explores the intersections between Latin literature, epigraphy and Roman history and religion while relating classical studies to religious studies and women's studies.
Academics & Experiential Learning
- Our motto is Academics + Experience = Opportunities. Employers and graduate/professional schools are looking for students who have a strong academic background and hands-on experience.
- Opportunities for Classics and Religious Studies majors range from archaeological excavation in Morocco to the application of cutting-edge digital technology to the study of language.
Career Preparedness
- CASC 200: Career Development in Arts and Sciences. Explore your interests, abilities and values while identifying career options and preparing to apply for internships, jobs or graduate/professional school.
Community
- Participate in Classics Club, role-play the assassination of Julius Caesar, discuss the impact of Classical mythology on modern media.
- Visit a Buddhist temple in Lincoln, sample food at Big Arabic Day on campus, see the St. John’s Bible in Omaha.
Have Questions? We're Here to Help
If you have questions about the Classics and Religious Studies major or navigating the application process, contact us.
- Contact Name
- Nicholas Gordon
- Contact Title
- Director of Recruitment
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