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Anthony Bateza is an Associate Professor of Religion and Chair of the Department of Race, Ethnic, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (REGSS) at St. Olaf College. He holds a B.S. from Iowa State University (2002), M.Div. from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (2006), and Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Seminary (2017). His research focuses on Martin Luther's political theology, human agency, Augustinian thought, and intersections of race, identity, and social justice in theology. He actively engages with Black liberation theology and Lutheran responses to systemic racism. Dr. Bateza teaches in the Religion department and directs the Race and Ethnic Studies (RACE) program. He is an ordained ELCA Lutheran pastor, frequently contributing to congregational and church events. Beyond academia, he enjoys cycling, board games, comic books, and cooking with his family.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science, Iowa State University, 2002
- Master of Divinity, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, 2006
- Doctor of Philosophy, Princeton Theological Seminary, 2017
Professional Roles:
- Department Chair, REGSS
- Program Director, RACE
- Ordained Pastor, ELCA
Research & Advocacy: Bridges historical theological inquiry with contemporary social justice issues, particularly racial equity and ethical leadership. Collaborates with institutions to address systemic racism through theological frameworks.
