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Daniel P. Scheid is an Associate Professor of Theology and Director of Undergraduate Studies at Duquesne University's McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts. He holds a Ph.D. in Theological Ethics from Boston College (2008), an M.A. in Theology from Catholic Theological Union (2004), and an A.B. in History from Princeton University (1998). His research focuses on interreligious ecological ethics, integrating Catholic social thought with Hindu and Buddhist traditions. He authored The Cosmic Common Good (Oxford, 2016) and has published over 20 scholarly articles and book chapters.
Education:
- Ph.D., Theological Ethics, Boston College, 2008
- M.A., Theology, Catholic Theological Union, 2004
- A.B., History, Princeton University, 1998
Research Interests: Dr. Scheid explores ecological ethics through comparative theology, emphasizing dialogue between Catholicism and Hindu/Buddhist traditions. His work addresses climate change, interfaith sustainability, and the 'cosmic common good.' He has organized symposia on Buddhist-Christian environmental ethics and engages with global challenges like fossil fuel dependency and ecological justice.
Awards and Grants:
- Recipient of the Society of Christian Ethics' 'Best First Book' award for The Cosmic Common Good
- NEH Endowment grants for interdisciplinary symposia on ecology and spirituality
- Recipient of the inaugural Grefenstette Faculty Scholars award (2021–22)
Teaching and Service: Scheid teaches courses like 'Climate Change and Sustainability,' 'Buddhist-Christian Dialogue,' and 'Harry Potter and Theology.' He directs Duquesne's undergraduate theology program and coordinates the Annual Presidential Conference on the Integrity of Creation. He also advises the Integral Ecology Working Group within the Christian Life Community.
