Religious Studies at Brigham Young University is centered within the Religious Education department, serving as a vital part of the university's mission in Provo, Utah. It is dedicated to the scholarly exploration and faithful interpretation of religious principles, with a strong emphasis on the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, alongside study of ancient scripture, church history, and world religions. The department aims to help individuals deepen their understanding and come unto Christ through rigorous classroom instruction, significant gospel scholarship, and community engagement. The Religious Studies Center acts as the research and publication arm, actively supporting faculty and student scholarship in these areas. This approach integrates academic inquiry with faith, fostering an environment that is both intellectually enlarging and spiritually strengthening.
View Religious StudiesBrigham Young University (BYU), sometimes referred to colloquially as The Y, is a private research university in Provo, Utah, United States. It was founded in 1875 by religious leader Brigham Young and is sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).