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Summer 2007 • Volume 13, Issue 3
Bradley Hillel I St. Joseph Newman Center I Muslim Student Association In times of both peace and turmoil, generations of Bradley students have turned to their faith to try to make sense of the world. Philosophy and religious studies professor Dr. Robert Fuller said Bradley defies the norm in some senses. “Traditionally, college is the least religious period in a person’s life,” he said. “At Bradley, religion is vital. Bradley is a secular school, and for private schools, that’s pretty rare. However, Bradley students do place an importance on religion.” Nevertheless, Fuller believes the visible emphasis on religion is more the result of societal pressures to conform than strong religious desires, observing that many students want to “fit in” and be a part of a group. Student activities director Michelle Whited holds a positive outlook on the growth of religious organizations on campus. “When people ask me about religious life at Bradley, I would say it is stronger than it was 10 years ago when I came here.All indications are that it will continue to grow.” Five organizations share how they’ve evolved over the years. Bradley Hillel I St. Joseph Newman Center I Muslim Student Association |
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