This is the faculty page of the IU Indianpolis Department of Religious Studies.
The IUPUI Religious Studies page celebrates the faculty's accomplishments, interests, publications, teaching, and enthusiasm for religious studies. It helps connect us to our many audiences, including other faculty members, students, alums, community partners, and other groups.
03/14/2026
UPDATE: it’s just around the corner! Please message or contact me through the email on the graphic and let us know if you are coming! Rachel Wheeler, chair
Friends of IU Indy Religious Studies: Save the Date for a celebration of our current and former students, our faculty, our history, and Professor Tom Davis, who has begun his next chapter after 36 years of service to the department, and the School of Liberal Arts!
08/18/2025
As promised by our previous post, here's a breakdown of one of our in-person class offerings this Fall 2025 semester. REL R101 Religion and Culture, scheduled Mondays and Wednesdays from 12-1:15. Swipe right to learn more about Dr. Andrea Jain! Dr. Jain is a wonderful instructor and we think you will come away from this course with knowledge and understanding that will inspire you in your future careers!
08/14/2025
IU Indianapolis has many great course offerings in Religious Studies for the Fall 2025 semester! If you'd like to pick up an extra course, register today! Stay tuned for a deeper look into each of these courses.
Religious Studies offers a unique, academic approach to learning about world religions, which boasts cross-cultural understanding and opportunities to connect with others on a deeper level.
| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30am |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4:30pm |