Bishop Cornelius and Dorothye Henderson School of Religion

The School of Religion stands on the foundation of the university’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values. In our teaching and learning, both in the classrooms and community service engagements, we strive to reach our highest calling to the service of humanity.

School Vision:

To be a diverse and inclusive educational community with a strong Christian focus and an enduring African American heritage that creates opportunities for transformational dialogue between students, scholars and society.

School Mission:

To provide challenging, interdisciplinary, and value-centered education at both undergraduate and graduate levels consistent with the vision and mission of the University that encompasses its African-American heritage and the tradition of community service started by Mary McLeod Bethune.