The faculty of the Department of Religion and Philosophy at University of the Cumberlands is comprised of experienced ministers and accomplished scholars dedicated to providing the best possible training to students interested in church-related ministry. In addition to their teaching, professors in the department continue active ministerial work by serving as interim and guest pastors at area churches, teaching Sunday school, and conducting seminars.

The department offers a full range of courses in biblical studies and languages, as well as philosophy, and professors encourage students to participate in an open dialogue of ideas. The Theta Alpha Kappa lecture each semester and the annual Thomas Staley Christian Lecture Series bring noted scholars to campus to discuss issues relevant to the ministry and the enactment of faith.

"Faith at Work" is both the theme of the department’s missions opportunities and the title of the departmental newsletter. Each year, several University of the Cumberlands' students join missions teams to gain practical experience in active ministry. Recently, students from UC have joined teams visiting Ghana, Uganda, Taiwan, Bosnia, Wales, and Australia, as well as numerous locations throughout the United States.

Religion and Philosphy Department
Phone: 606.539.4261
Email: ndunston@ucumberlands.edu