Eileen M. Fagan

Sr. Eileen M. Fagan, PhD, serves as Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Mount Saint Vincent. Her academic leadership centers on integrating Catholic theological traditions with contemporary social justice challenges, particularly through the lens of economic equity, environmental ethics, and inclusive ecclesial practices. She actively contributes to national theological discourse through prominent professional societies.

Dr. Fagan's educational credentials include:

• PhD in Religious Studies from Fordham University
• MA in Religious Studies from Fordham University
• MS in Jewish Studies from Yeshiva University
• BA from the University of Mount Saint Vincent

Her research program critically examines liberation theology's modern applications, Vatican II's implications for lay participation, and moral theology's intersection with immigration and marketplace ethics. This work consistently advocates for structural justice within Catholic teaching while addressing systemic inequalities through theological reflection on environmental stewardship and economic policy.

Scholarly output reveals a trajectory of engagement between theological theory and practical justice initiatives, particularly evident in publications analyzing drug courts through Catholic social teaching and women religious congregations' prophetic witness in globalization contexts. These contributions demonstrate sustained commitment to translating theological principles into actionable social frameworks.

Recognition includes:

• Scholarship form the Council of Independent Colleges for Seminar: “Teaching Interfaith Understanding,” Harvard University, Massachusetts, July 2014.

Dr. Fagan holds leadership roles including Convener of the Jon Sobrino Group and Moderator of the Mission Theology Group at the Catholic Theological Society of America. While her professional society involvement is well-documented, specific details regarding graduate student mentorship or external grant funding are not provided in available materials.

No information is available concerning dedicated research laboratories or formal collaborative research teams beyond her documented professional society activities.