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Marcus Dean is a Professor of Global Studies and Director of Off-Campus Studies at Houghton University, where he has taught since his academic career began. His work emphasizes connecting education with real-world intercultural experiences and integrating faith with cultural understanding.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Trinity International University (2001)
- M.Div, Th.M. Asbury Seminary (1987, 1988)
- B.A., Indiana Wesleyan University (1981)
Research interests focus on the intersection of Culture and Christianity, Intercultural Relationships, and Intercultural Adjustment. His publications address topics in missiology, including contextualization, globalization's impact on worship, and cultural self-awareness in missionary work.
Recent publications (2015-2022) explore themes like indigenous church principles, language dynamics in worship, and diaspora missions. He has presented at regional Evangelical Missiological Society conferences and the Christian Association of World Language annual meeting.
Professional affiliations include the Evangelical Missiological Society and American Society of Missiology. He served as book review editor for Evangelical Missionary Quarterly (2013-2017) and held leadership roles in mission associations.
