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Lori Pearson is a Professor of Religion at Carleton College since 2003, specializing in the history of Christian theology, modern philosophy of religion, and intersections of race, gender, and secularism. Her research examines theories of tradition, debates on modernity, and the influence of cultural/political movements in Germany and contemporary America.
- Education: Harvard University (MTS, PhD), St. Olaf College (BA)
Her work bridges theological analysis with social theory, focusing on figures like Ernst Troeltsch and Marianne Weber to explore how secularization, women's rights, and racial discourse shaped religious thought. Current projects analyze Marianne Weber's contributions to gender and religion in fin-de-siècle Germany.
Key awards include a Mellon New Directions Grant (2012–2015) and an NEH Summer Stipend (2021). She mentors students in Carleton's Posse Program and teaches courses on religion, ethics, and theoretical frameworks in religious studies.
- Scientific Awards: Mellon New Directions Grant, NEH Summer Stipend
