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Prof. Wesley Wildman featured in BU Today for Simulating Religious Violence movie and project
The following is an excerpt from BU Today’s article “A BU Filmmaker Captures a BU Researcher’s Quest against Religious Violence” by Rich Barlow, featuring Professor of Philosophy, Theology, and Ethics Wesley Wildman, published on November 18, 2024. … Wildman coauthored a book in June, Modeling Religion (Bloomsbury), about his and colleagues’ use of computers to study faith’s role […]
Prof. Steven Sandage co-authors article in The Conversation on value of humility
The following is an excerpt from the article “Religions talk about the value of humility − but it can be especially hard for clergy to practice what they preach” co-authored by Albert and Jessie Danielsen Professor of Psychology of Religion and Theology Steven Sandage, published on November 7, 2024 by The Conversation US. Being a religious […]
Boston University Receives $1.25 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to Launch “Nurturing Immigrant Children’s Faith Experiences En Familia Program” Initiative
Boston University has been awarded a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support the Nurturing Immigrant Children’s Faith Experiences En Familia Program, a new program to foster the spiritual growth of children and teenagers, particularly those from immigrant backgrounds. The Program, which will be led by the Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH), […]
Prof. Eunil David Cho honored at the Synod of Mid-Atlantic Assembly of the PC(USA)
Assistant Professor of Spiritual Care and Counseling Eunil David Cho was honored at the 254th Assembly of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic of the Presbyterian Church (USA) for his years of dedicated service to the church, both regionally and nationally. He served as Moderator (2023-2024) and Vice Moderator (2022-2023) of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic, […]
BUSTH announces Faculty Publications and Presentations for October 2024
The School of Theology is pleased to announce the following faculty publications and scholarly presentations for October 2024: Rebecca Copeland (publication; presentation; podcast) Entangled Being: Unoriginal Sin and Wicked Problems, Baylor University Press, 2024. Faith & Climate Change: Towards a Research Agenda, Pardee School of Global Studies and Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Roundtable, September […]
Prof. Shelly Rambo honored by Yale Divinity School for work in Theological Education
Yale Divinity School (YDS) has named Associate Professor of Theology Shelly Rambo as its 2024 honoree for Distinction in Theological Education. The award is granted to a YDS alumnus “whose scholarship, teaching or leadership and contributions to vocational formation for ministry reflect the best traditions of YDS and its distinguished faculty.” Prof. Rambo will be […]
Prof. James McCarty featured in BU Today: What would you like to ask the next US President?
The following is an excerpt from BU Today’s article “15 Thought-Provoking Questions for America’s Next President, Posed by BU Community,” featuring Assistant Clinical Professor of Religion and Conflict Transformation James McCarty, published on October 1, 2024. Click here to read the full article. We asked what question they’d like to see asked of Kamala Harris and […]
BUSTH announces Faculty Publications and Presentations for Summer and September 2024
The School of Theology is pleased to announce the following faculty publications and scholarly presentations for Summer and September 2024: Cristian De La Rosa (editor) Mujeristas Nepantleras: Biblical and Historical Perspectives. Casa Unida de Publicaciones, S.A. de C.V., 2024. Christopher Evans (’85), et al (panel discussion) Panel Discussion of Do Everything: The Biography of Frances […]
Marthinus “Inus” Daneel, 1936 – 2024
The Center for Global Christianity and Mission (CGCM) and the Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH) announce the passing on July 29, 2024 of CGCM co-founder Marthinus “Inus” Daneel, who was a noted theologian, author, and professor. Dr. Daneel grew up in Zimbabwe, was a self-professed “nomad” and adventurer, was a renowned and respected researcher, […]
Hispanic Youth Leadership Academy announces new Summer Programs
For more than 20 years, the Hispanic Youth Leadership Academy (HYLA), in partnership with The United Methodist Church and The Episcopal Church, has supported Latinx high school and college students as they explore their calls to ministry, strengthen their faith, and serve their churches and communities. Last week, HYLA announced three pivotal summer training programs […]