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John T. Netland is the University Professor of English at Union University, a position he has held since his appointment. He also serves as the Provost, overseeing academic affairs. Netland holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and M.A. and B.A. degrees from California State Polytechnic University and Biola University, respectively.
His research focuses on 19th-century British literature (Romantic and Victorian eras), intersections of Christian faith and cultural difference, post-colonial literature, and the works of Japanese novelist Endō Shūsaku. He has been recognized for his scholarship, including the Lionel Basney Award (2010) for an article analyzing Endō’s work. Netland’s teaching spans Romantic poetry, Victorian fiction, theological aesthetics, and global literature.
His publications include articles in journals like Christian Scholar's Review, Christianity & Literature, and Journal of Education and Christian Belief. He actively engages in academic leadership, as seen in his role during events like Fall Convocation and faculty introductions. Netland’s work bridges literary analysis with theological inquiry, emphasizing cross-cultural and interfaith dialogue.
