James Keenan

James Keenan, S.J., is a distinguished theologian serving as Canisius Professor of Theology at Boston College and Vice Provost for Global Engagement. He directs The Jesuit Institute, integrating academic rigor with Ignatian spirituality. His academic background includes a B.A. from Fordham University, M.Div. from Weston Jesuit School of Theology, and advanced degrees (S.T.L., S.T.D.) from Gregorian University in Rome.

His research bridges fundamental moral theology, virtue ethics, and contemporary issues like HIV/AIDS ethics and university ethics. Notable works include A History of Catholic Theological Ethics and University Ethics: How Colleges Can Build a Culture of Ethics. He has held visiting professorships at Gregorian University and Dharmaram Vidya Kshetram in Bangalore, emphasizing intercultural theological dialogue.

Recent articles address pandemic ethics, structural inequality, and the moral implications of AI. His teaching spans virtue ethics, Aquinas, and applied ethics in modern contexts. Keenan advocates for ethical recognition of marginalized groups, community colleges, and contingent faculty, reflecting his commitment to social justice within Catholic theological frameworks.