American Religions

How Do We Define American Religions?

Over the past half-century, the United States of America has become more religiously diverse and less religious overall. For the first time in US history, less than half the adult population of America identifies as Protestant, while the percentage of Americans identifying as Buddhist, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Jewish, Agnostic, Atheist, and “None” has grown, accounting for over 30% of the American population. This demographic shift has been accompanied by the resurgence of perennial debates in American history: which religions are authentically American, welcome in America, or compatible with American life? In this course, we will explore these debates in relation to identity formation, community building, and negotiating life as a religious minority in a pluralistic society.

Students will earn 0.25 religion credits. Please note that students must have perfect attendance to receive credit.

Please contact Mr. Scott Strednak Singer at sstrednaksinger@sssas.org with any questions regarding this course.

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