Religious Studies

This year's conference centered around the theme of “Transitions.” Student paper topics ranged from the comparison of Gen X and Gen Z views of religion to the evolution of sexual and Christian themes in vampire films.

Professor of Religious Studies Rebecca Todd Peters will direct the organization’s focus on the intersection of political power and religion ahead of its January 2026 conference in Washington, D.C.

Geoffrey Claussen's book weaves together ancient and modern ideas around questions and controversies for a concise introduction to Jewish thought and traditions. Claussen is also the Lori and Eric Sklut Professor in Jewish Studies.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study and teaching opportunities to recent graduates in more than 140 countries, with approximately 2,200 grants awarded annually in all fields of study.

Benjamin Lutz ’17 discovered the power of everyday dialogue at Elon, a lesson that now drives his global peacebuilding work.

Department of Religious Studies faculty presented research and participated in leadership roles at the joint annual meeting of the American Academy of Religion (AAR) and the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL).

“Bridging Faith and Health," a new micro-credential badge program, focuses on holistic patient care

The professorship brings scholars from around the world to teach courses on Buddhism.

Jon Ivan Gill, of Gustavus Adolphus College, delivered the Powell Lecture in Religious Studies, exploring hip-hop's influence and intersections with philosophy, religion and social justice.

Karunatilaka’s “The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida” won the 2022 Booker Prize. He discussed his works with Assistant Professor of English Dinidu Karunanayake in Turner Theatre.