With one-third of Gen Z being religiously unaffiliated, the religious studies department has witnessed a steep decline in student enrollment.
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Data reveals downward trend in religious college students
Surveys have revealed that the number of students with no religious affiliation has increased — politics of religion and religious standpoints on social issues may be the reason.
Students are turning to spirituality instead of religion
Self-identifying as “spiritual” rather than religious is a trend that’s on the rise among college students according to a recent study. Identifying as spiritual is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as being concerned with the human soul as opposed to material items. Spiritual followers practice meditation, astrology and or prayer.[Read More…]