Onwu Akpa

Rev. Onwu Akpa, O.Praem. serves as College Chaplain and Lecturer of Economics at St. Norbert College. He holds degrees including a Ph.D. from Claremont Graduate University and has ministered in Nigeria, Mississippi, and the U.S. His academic focus spans economics, economic development, and theology. Born in Nigeria, he trained with the Claretians and Missionaries of Africa before moving to the U.S. in 1998. He completed theological studies at the Catholic Theological Union and Claremont Graduate University.

• B.S. & M.P.A., Enugu State University of Science and Technology
• M.Div., Catholic Theological Union
• M.A. & Ph.D., Claremont Graduate University

His ministry includes roles at the Priory of St. Moses the Black and Jackson diocesan parishes. Personal interests include soccer and family life with siblings, nieces, and nephews.