<p>So, I've been accepted to Salve Regina for Fall 2013. I'm going to major in History and the school made it on my list, because I can have a concentration in European History. I also like the location and they're giving me a good amount of money ($15,000/year). My mother, however, is very concerned about it being a Catholic university. My family is not religious (she is an ex-Catholic) and she is certain that everything they teach at Salve will be with a "Catholic tint". I've told her that many schools are religiously affiliated and that the only thing Salve requires by way of religion is one religious studies class based on the religion of your choosing. However, she's not convinced. My question is, are her fears sound? Are there any current/former Salve students out there who can attest to this or disprove it?</p>
<p>Hi!
I’m currently a Junior at Salve, and had the same reservations as you/ your mom when I was thinking of attending. Have no fear! I don’t think you’ll find a problem with it. While salve is a Catholic institution it was founded ;and is grounded) in the spirit and traditions of the Sisters of Mercy, a more (for lack of a better word) progressive group (or at least it feels that way on our campus). There is a clear respect and admiration for the devotion to mercy, justice, and giving of ones self (that clearly stem from this tradition) but it is by no means oppressive-- those are all generally accepted good things, right? Haha
The required courses are exploratory in nature and any religious component is presented as one of many paths to understanding or within an academic examination. </p>
<p>If you get a chance to visit pop in an talk to Father Kris. I know that sounds counter intuitive, but he’s a generally awesome guy and will totally put the issue to rest if you still have questions. </p>
<p>Let me know if you have any more questions :)</p>