Jens Mueller

Jens Mueller serves as an Assistant Professor in the Religious Studies Department at Notre Dame of Maryland University, with a research focus on Catholic social thought, theology of the laity, and American Catholicism. He holds a Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Dayton (2021) and a 1. Staatsexamen from the University of Duisburg-Essen (2014).

• Research Themes: Catholic social movements, digital activism, racial justice, and environmental ethics
• Responsibilities: Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) for international students

His publications examine the intersection of Catholic theology with contemporary issues like Black Lives Matter, social media activism, and environmental justice. Recent awards include the 2022 Outstanding Research Award from the University of Dayton.

Key affiliations: American Academy of Religion, Catholic Theological Society of America, College Theology Society, American Catholic Historical Association.