Jonathan Y. Tan

Jonathan Y. Tan is The Archbishop Paul J. Hallinan Professor in Catholic Studies at Case Western Reserve University and an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies. He is also affiliated with the Ethnic Studies program, specializing in Asian/Asian American and Chinese/Chinese American studies.

Education:

• LL.B. Honours from the National University of Singapore Law School
• M.A. from the Graduate Theological Union
• Ph.D. from The Catholic University of America

Dr. Tan’s research focuses on the intersection of theology, culture, and global Christianity, particularly in Asian and Asian American contexts. His work bridges mission studies, postcolonial theology, and interreligious engagement, with a strong emphasis on contextual and diasporic religious identities.

His publications include foundational works such as Introducing Asian American Theologies (2008) and Christian Mission among the Peoples of Asia (2014), while his 2021 book on the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences redefines Asian Catholic ecclesiology. His editorial contributions, including World Christianity: Perspectives and Insights (2016) and Theological Reflections on the Hong Kong Umbrella Movement (2016), highlight his interdisciplinary approach.

Scientific Awards:

• First Book Grant for Scholars of Color by the Louisville Institute (2005)
• Outstanding Book (2014) by the International Bulletin of Missionary Research
• Outstanding Book (2016) by the International Bulletin of Mission Research

Dr. Tan’s grants and publications reflect his expertise in mission studies, liturgical theology, and global religious dynamics. He actively contributes to Southeast Asian and diasporic theological discourse through co-edited volumes like From Malaysia to the Ends of the Earth (2021).