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Munther Isaac is a Palestinian Christian pastor, theologian, and academic at Bethlehem Bible College , where he serves as Academic Dean and Director of the Biblical Studies Department. He also leads the Christ at the Checkpoint conference and pastors two churches in Bethlehem and Beit Sahour. Education : BS in Civil Engineering (Birzeit University), MA in Religion-Biblical Studies (Westminster Theological Seminary), PhD in Biblical Theology of the Promised Land (Oxford Centre for Mission Studies) Munther’s research focuses on Palestinian Christian theology , particularly theology of the land , reconciliation, and holistic mission. His work bridges biblical interpretation with contemporary sociopolitical challenges in the Middle East, emphasizing interfaith dialogue and contextual theological education. His publications explore themes such as the book of Daniel’s reception in Arab Christian contexts and the application of Old Testament narratives in Palestinian churches. His recent publications include monographs and articles addressing Christian identity in Palestine , reconciliation ministries , and liturgical practices . Though not explicitly listed, his academic output aligns with broader trends in contextual theology , postcolonial biblical criticism , and conflict resolution . Key Affiliations : Board member of Kairos Palestine, Ministry of Christian University Students in Palestine, Shepherd Society, and Musalaha (reconciliation ministry) Munther is actively involved in community engagement through interfaith forums , public theological education , and women’s ordination advocacy . He is married to Rudaina, an architect, and has two sons.

• Palestinian Theology
• Theology of the Land
• Biblical Studies
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David Glovsky serves as Assistant Professor of History and African and African American Studies within Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, focusing on 19th-20th century West Africa with regional expertise in Senegal, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, and Guinea. His research examines borderlands through lenses of mobility, citizenship, and alternative geographies, challenging state-imposed borders with community-driven spatial narratives. His educational foundation includes a B.A. in History and Human Geography from Dartmouth College and a Ph.D. in African History from Michigan State University. Prior academic appointments include the Department of Africana Studies at University at Albany and the Department of History at Boston University, following Peace Corps service in southern Senegal that redirected his career from sports media into academia. Glovsky's research program centers on social justice-oriented historical narratives of marginalized West African communities, particularly Fulbe populations. His work synthesizes oral histories and archival research across six nations to analyze how borderland residents construct fluid geographies that transcend colonial/postcolonial boundaries. Key themes include migration as resistance , gendered border experiences , and Islam's role in transnational community formation , with methodological innovation in spatial history and decolonial approaches. Analysis of his nine recent publications (2019-2023) reveals consistent engagement with West African borderland resilience , demonstrating how communities maintain cross-border networks despite state fragmentation. His work bridges historical scholarship and contemporary migration debates , employing interdisciplinary frameworks from anthropology, geography, and postcolonial theory to document alternative spatial organizations that challenge Western cartographic traditions. ACLS Fellowship supporting book project Borderlanders: Popular Geographies, Mobility, and Belonging in West Africa Glovsky actively mentors graduate students interested in African history, emphasizing pathways for underrepresented scholars into U.S. academia. His research has received competitive external funding including the ACLS Fellowship, while his collaborative work on the NEH ‘Ajamī Project advanced accessibility of Pulaar manuscripts through digitization and multilingual translation. He maintains strong community ties with West African scholars and institutions, particularly in Senegambia. Though not leading a formal laboratory, Glovsky collaborates with international research teams across West Africa on borderland studies and manuscript preservation, working closely with scholars in Kolda (Senegal), Dakar, and Guinea-Bissau to document community histories through participatory methodologies.

• African History
• West African History
• Borderlands Studies
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Jon Singletary serves as Dean and holds the Diana R. Garland Endowed Chair of Child and Family Studies at Baylor University's Diana R. Garland School of Social Work. He joined Baylor in 2003 after earning his PhD in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), alongside an MSW from VCU and MDiv from Baptist Theological Seminary. His career includes prior roles as Associate Dean (2010–2015) before becoming Dean in 2015. Before academia, Singletary worked as a pastor, community organizer, and social service administrator. His research focuses on strengthening congregational ministries, community development, and advocacy for vulnerable populations. Notable projects include launching the Texas Hunger Initiative and directing the Strengthening Congregational Community Ministries Project. He co-founded the Faith and Service Technical Education Network (FASTENnetwork.org) to bridge faith-based organizations and social service sectors. His publications explore spirituality's role in social work, faith-based program development, and community organizing strategies. Recent work examines career resilience among professionals in aging care and leadership development through Enneagram frameworks. Earlier research addressed child food security, orphan care in Kenya, and rural community capacity building. Singletary's leadership emphasizes integrating faith and practice, evidenced by his edited volumes on Christianity and social work, and his advocacy for competency-based education models. He holds leadership roles in national organizations like the North American Association of Christians in Social Work and has advised global initiatives in Africa.

• Social Work Education
• Congregational Community Ministries
• Community Development
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Susan Pfeiffer is a Research Professor of Anthropology at the University of Toronto, affiliated with the Department of Anthropology within the Faculty of Arts and Science. Her research focuses on bioarchaeology, skeletal biology of past populations, and repatriation of human remains, particularly among Southern African Khoe-San and North American Great Lakes communities. She holds a Ph.D. (1976), M.A. (1972), and B.A. (1968) in Anthropology and Religion from the University of Toronto and the University of Iowa. Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Toronto (1976) M.A. in Anthropology, University of Toronto (1972) B.A. in Religion, University of Iowa (1968) Her research interests include paleopathology, adult age estimation, evolutionary theory, and collaborations with Indigenous communities. Notable works include her 2022 book Osteobiographies , which explores repatriation frameworks globally, and studies on Huron-Wendat ancestral repatriation and Southern African skeletal analysis. Dr. Pfeiffer has received prestigious awards such as the 2019 AAAS Fellowship and the 2016 J. Norman Emerson Medal. Her publications bridge bioarchaeological methodological advancements with ethical repatriation practices, emphasizing cross-cultural collaboration in anthropology. Key Awards: AAAS Anthropology Section Fellowship (2019) Ontario Archaeological Association Medal (2016) University of Toronto Teaching Excellence Award (2001) Her work integrates skeletal analysis with community partnerships, addressing both scientific and cultural dimensions of human remains research. Collaborations with First Nations and African groups highlight her commitment to ethical, culturally sensitive archaeology.

• Bioarchaeology
• Paleopathology
• Adult Age Estimation
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Sergio Navarrete is a Professor and Director of Hispanic Initiatives at Evangel University and Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS). With 38 years of ministry experience, he serves as pastor, presbyter, professor, Academic Dean, District Superintendent, and vice president of FRAHMAD (The Global Hispanic Fraternity of Assemblies of God). He earned a Doctor of Ministry from Azusa Pacific University and has authored the book The Radical Discipleship of Jesus , alongside other theological articles. B.A., Latin American Bible College M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary MBA, Vanguard University D.Min., Azusa Pacific University His research interests focus on theology, ministry, and Hispanic Christian leadership, emphasizing discipleship and pastoral care. Navarrete actively participates in organizations like the National Hispanic Christian Leaders Conference (NHCLC) and the Hispanic Theological Evangelical Association (AETH). Awards include the 1983 LABI-College Valedictorian, 1988 George A. Gay Hispanic Scholarship, and 1999 Azusa Theological Seminary Academic Hall of Fame membership.

• Theology
• Ministry
• Hispanic Christianity
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Charles Schulz is a Professor of Theology at the University of Chicago's College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, with prior tenure at Concordia University (2001–2024) and pastoral experience at St. Thomas Lutheran Church (2005–2014). His academic journey includes degrees from Concordia University, Concordia Seminary, Washington University, and the University of Virginia. His research focuses on Patristic Exegesis, Reformation Theology, and early Christian biblical interpretation. Key publications include his 2020 PhD dissertation on Patristic citations of Psalm 82:6 and translations of Martin Luther's sermons (2017–2018). His work bridges ancient and Reformation-era theological methods, emphasizing pastoral motives in exegesis. Recent presentations address topics like Patristic interpretations of Scripture and the impact of medical science on faith. He has received prestigious awards including the E. J. Otto Award (1998) and the University of Virginia Presidential Scholarship. His teaching excellence was recognized at Concordia University in 2022–2023. Schulz actively engages in theological commissions and academic symposia, contributing to both scholarly and pastoral discourse.

• Theology
• Patristic Exegesis
• Biblical Studies
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Timothy Hampton is a Professor of French and Comparative Literature at the University of California, Berkeley , and serves as Director of the Doreen B. Townsend Center for the Humanities . He was previously the Director of the Designated Emphasis in Renaissance and Early Modern Studies and co-chairs the Democracy, Free Speech, and Values study group. His research explores intersections of literature and politics , poetry and song , and the history of emotion and diplomacy in Renaissance and early modern periods. Recent projects include a 2022 France-Berkeley Fund grant on poetry translation and a Diebold Foundation grant for interdisciplinary cultural studies. Notable publications include Bob Dylan: How the Songs Work (2019) and Cheerfulness: A Literary and Cultural History (2022). Upcoming works address premodern colonialism and American education through memoir and cultural critique. His scholarship appears in MLN , Critical Inquiry , and public venues like Salon and Aeon/Psyche .

• Comparative Literature
• Renaissance and Early Modern Studies
• Literature and Politics
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Ruth Mostern is Associate Professor of History at the University of Pittsburgh and Director of the Institute for Spatial History Innovation (ISHI). She is Vice-President and President-Elect (2025-2026) of the World History Association and leads the award-winning World Historical Gazetteer project. Education Ph.D. in History, University of California, Berkeley, 2003 Research Interests Mostern is an interdisciplinary historian specializing in world, Chinese, environmental, and spatial history. She investigates long-term human–environment interactions at continental and millennial scales, focusing on how societies organize space, resources, and risk. Her work integrates GIS, digital gazetteers, and environmental science to reconstruct historical geographies of empire, water management, and ecological change. Current projects include: Place: A Global History – a study of itineraries, gazetteers, and databases as technologies of spatial knowledge. The Medieval Climate Anomaly and the Global Medieval Era – cultural adaptations to climate change c. 950-1250 CE. Research Trends Her recent publications span digital environmental humanities, historical GIS, Song-dynasty political economy, and pre-industrial Asian political ecology. A dominant theme is the coupling of state power with environmental transformation, exemplified by her 2021 book The Yellow River: A Natural and Unnatural History (Yale), winner of the 2023 Joseph Levenson Prize. Awards & Honors Joseph Levenson Prize, Association for Asian Studies, 2023 NEH Digital Humanities Advancement Grant, 2023-2025 Digital Humanities Awards 2021 – Best DH Tool (World Historical Gazetteer) Fudan University Fellowship for Studies of Chinese Civilization, 2019 NEH Humanities Connections Implementation Grant, 2018-2020 Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation Summer Institute Grant, 2015-2016 NSF Collaborative Research Grant, 2013-2015 ACLS Digital Innovation Fellowship, 2011-2012 Advising & Grants Mostern welcomes graduate students interested in environmental, global, Asian, or digital history. She has directed multiple externally funded projects, including the NSF-funded Center for Historical Information and Analysis and NEH-supported initiatives on water in Central Asia and global historical gazetteers. Labs & Teams She directs the Institute for Spatial History Innovation (ISHI) at the University of Pittsburgh, a hub for interdisciplinary research integrating spatial technologies with historical inquiry. ISHI hosts the World Historical Gazetteer , providing open tools and datasets that link knowledge about historical places across world regions.

• World History
• Chinese History
• Spatial History
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Lucien Castaing-Taylor is the John Cowles Professor of Art and Anthropology at Harvard University and Director of the Sensory Ethnography Lab (SEL), currently on leave for Fall 2025. His work bridges anthropology and artistic practice through sensory ethnography, engaging critically with ecological crises and political challenges while maintaining an ethnographic commitment to lived experience. His research spans sensory ethnography, phenomenology, media anthropology, and post-human/multi-species relations, with deep engagement in cultural and political ecology across the Franco-Creole Caribbean, Europe, and American West. Castaing-Taylor interrogates intellectual history and reason while developing methodologies that merge artistic negative capability with ethnographic rigor to capture life's flux without imposing conventional narrative structures. Castaing-Taylor's creative output demonstrates a consistent trajectory from early works like In and Out of Africa (1992) to recent projects such as De Humani Corporis Fabrica (2022), evolving from representational ethnography toward immersive sensory experiences. His filmography and installations increasingly address the Anthropocene, human-animal relations, and embodied knowledge through experimental audiovisual techniques that challenge documentary conventions and expand ethnographic possibilities. His major awards include: Alpert Award in the Arts (2013) True Vision Award (2013) Los Angeles Film Critics' Circle Douglas Edwards Independent and Experimental Film Award (2012) FIPRESCI Award (2012) As Director of the SEL, Castaing-Taylor cultivates a collaborative environment where anthropology converges with experimental filmmaking and installation art. The lab functions as an incubator for boundary-pushing audiovisual research that engages with urgent planetary issues through sensory immersion, fostering new modes of ethnographic inquiry that transcend traditional academic publishing.

• Sensory Ethnography
• Phenomenology
• Media Anthropology
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Dr. Laura McKee is an Assistant Professor of Counseling in the School of Counseling at Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies. She is a full-time online faculty member with a strong commitment to integrating faith and learning in mental health education. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Grand Canyon University, an M.A. in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a B.A. in Pastoral Ministry from Oral Roberts University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Texas. Dr. McKee's research and clinical work focus on the integration of Christian faith in counseling, clinical supervision, missionary care, and addressing mental health challenges such as mood disorders, trauma, and relationship dynamics within ministry contexts. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes collaboration, community, and faith integration. Her work reflects a strong dedication to equipping Christian leaders through partnerships with ministries to improve mental health support in faith-based settings. Though no specific publications are listed, her expertise lies at the intersection of psychology and spirituality. Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Texas Prepare/Enrich Facilitator Dr. McKee brings extensive experience from prior roles as an adjunct instructor at various Christian institutions, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in counseling and Christian ministry. She is deeply committed to training future counselors through a Christian worldview, emphasizing excellence, ethical practice, and spiritual formation. She is actively involved in clinical practice and professional development, focusing on strengthening mental health care within Christian organizations and supporting those in ministry roles who face unique emotional and spiritual challenges.

• Counseling Psychology
• Faith Integration in Counseling
• Clinical Supervision
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Julie Borkin is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Taylor University, specializing in conflict resolution, intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, and persuasion. With over two decades of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in person, hybrid, and fully online formats, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her academic role. Her journey to Taylor was influenced by her pastor, a Taylor alum, who inspired her to join the institution's mission through the Order of the Towel. PhD in Speech Communication from Wayne State University BA in Communication from Oakland University Dr. Borkin focuses on integrating spiritual and academic life within Taylor's intentional community, drawing from prior professional experiences in corporate, non-profit, and local church outreach roles.

• Conflict Resolution
• Intercultural Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
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Professor Mary Catherine Hilkert holds a position in the Department of Theology at the University of Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters. Her research focuses on theological anthropology, fundamental theology, Christology, feminist theologies, and the interplay between theology, preaching, and spirituality. A member of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, she has received four honorary doctorates and prestigious awards recognizing her contributions to integrating academic and pastoral theology, particularly through feminist frameworks. Education: B.A., University of Dayton; M.A. and Ph.D., Catholic University of America. Her work centers on Edward Schillebeeckx’s theology, medieval mystics like Catherine of Siena, and sacramental imagination in preaching. She has lectured globally and served on international theological commissions for the Order of Preachers. Awards include the Sophia Award and Yves Congar Award for theological excellence. Her publications explore themes like the Reign of God, liturgical spirituality, and the role of women’s voices in theology. She has advised students through her academic leadership and has been a key figure in ecumenical theological dialogues across continents.

• Theological Anthropology
• Fundamental Theology
• Christology
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Jared Kingsley is an Assistant Professor in Hebrew and Old Testament at The Master’s University , where he has taught since 2018. He also serves as an adjunct Bible professor and pastors at Faith Community Church in Santa Clarita, California. Education : B.A. from The Master’s University; M.Div. and Th.M. from The Master’s Seminary; Ph.D. (in progress) at The Master’s Seminary. His research and teaching focus on Old Testament Studies , Biblical Hebrew , Greek Exegesis , and Biblical Theology , supported by his participation in the Legacy Standard Bible project . Notable contributions include his work on biblical languages and theological interpretation. Legacy Standard Bible project participant Currently pursuing a doctorate in Theology, Kingsley also balances his academic and pastoral duties alongside family life with his wife, Missy, and son, Miles.

• Old Testament Studies
• Biblical Hebrew
• Greek Exegesis
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Nancy E. Levine is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she has conducted extensive research on culturally Tibetan societies across Nepal and China. Her work examines how state-sponsored modernization projects impact family structures, community dynamics, and cultural values in highland Asian contexts. Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Rochester (1978) Research Focus: Professor Levine specializes in socio-cultural anthropology with emphasis on kinship systems, pastoral economies, and gender dynamics. Her fieldwork spans three and a half years in northwestern Nepal studying household economies, followed by investigations into government reform impacts on Western Tibetan agriculturalists and sedentarization effects on nomadic pastoralists in Sichuan and Qinghai Provinces. Current research analyzes resettlement consequences for Tibetan communities adapting to urban life, including shifts in family relationships, cultural values, and health outcomes. Her methodological approach combines demographic analysis with political economy frameworks to document responses to economic scarcity and mortality patterns in pre-modern contexts. Publication Trends: Her 15-year publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on kinship adaptation under political change, with increasing attention to multi-species anthropology and sedentarization impacts. Early work established foundational analyses of polyandry and child care systems, while recent scholarship examines taxation traditions and sibling centrality in pastoralist survival strategies, demonstrating longitudinal engagement with Tibetan societies through periods of dramatic socioeconomic transformation. Advising and Research: Professor Levine mentors graduate students at UCLA with expertise in Himalayan and Central Asian fieldwork. Her research has been supported by grants enabling sustained ethnographic engagement across multiple Tibetan regions, though specific funding sources aren't detailed in available materials. She maintains active scholarly contributions through journal publications and book chapters addressing contemporary challenges in pastoralist communities.

• Socio-Cultural Anthropology
• Kinship and Marriage Systems
• Pastoralism
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Marsha S. Collins is a Professor of Comparative Literature and Department Chair at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She specializes in Early Modern European literature, particularly Spanish literature within its broader European context. Her research focuses on romance forms, literature-visual arts intersections, early modern lyric poetry, and court culture. Education includes a PhD in Romance Languages (Spanish) from Princeton University, an MA in Spanish from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and an AB in Comparative Literature from Smith College. Her research interests span Comparative Literature, Early Modern Studies, Genre Theory, Poetry and Poetics, and Visual Culture. She is currently writing a book titled 'Novel Friendships: Amity and Community in Cervantes’s Don Quijote.' Awarded the John L. Sanders Teaching Award (2000) and prestigious fellowships, her work bridges literary analysis with interdisciplinary approaches. She teaches courses like 'Global Cervantes' and 'Literature of Pilgrimage.'

• Early Modern Literature and Culture
• Comparative Literature
• Genre Theory
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