Secular Studies Field Group

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At Pitzer College, Field Groups (similar to a discipline or department) organize major requirements and courses.

Secular Studies is an interdisciplinary program focusing on manifestations of the secular in societies and cultures, past and present. Secular Studies involves the study of non-religious people, groups, thought, and cultural expressions.

There are many possible approaches, but the program emphasizes the meanings and impact of political secularism and philosophical skepticism, as well as various forms of private and public secularity. 

Secular studies is not a major, but students wishing to develop a special major in secular studies should consult with Professor Phil Zuckerman concerning a proposed plan of study.

 

Secular Studies Program

Visit the Secular Studies Program page to learn more about major requirements, learning objectives, and student stories. 

Secular Studies Program

Secular Studies Field Group Advisers

Scot A.C. Gould
  • Professor of Physics

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Azamat Junisbai
Azamat Junisbai
  • Professor of Sociology
  • Sociology Field Group

Scott Hall 222

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Adrian Pantoja
  • Professor of Political Studies/Chicano Studies
  • Political Studies Field Group
  • Chicanx-Latinx Studies Field Group

Avery 214

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Andre Wakefield
  • Professor of History
  • History Field Group

Scott Hall 226

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Phil Zuckerman
  • Professor of Secular Studies and Sociology
  • Associate Dean of Faculty
  • Secular Studies and Sociology Field Groups

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