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Mathew Schmalz is a Professor of Religious Studies at the College of the Holy Cross, specializing in Global Catholicism, Hinduism, and New Religious Movements. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (1998) and a B.A. from Amherst College (1987). His research explores intersections between religion, culture, and identity, with particular attention to Catholicism's global expansion and its engagement with non-Christian traditions. Schmalz has authored over 100 academic works, co-edited major volumes like Engaging South Asian Religions, and founded the Journal of Global Catholicism.
His scholarly contributions span topics including Dalit Christian theology in India, Mormon-Catholic dialogue, and papal leadership dynamics. Awards include the Fulbright Fellowship and Thomas J. Watson Fellowship. Schmalz also contributes to media discourse on religion, appearing in outlets like Washington Post and Newsweek. He serves on editorial boards for journals such as Asian Horizons and Brill’s Global Catholicism Series, reflecting his commitment to bridging academic and public understanding of religion.
Notable projects include a 60-chapter reference work The Catholic World (Routledge) and a memoir Mercy Matters. His media engagement highlights contemporary issues like euthanasia, immigration policy, and religious violence. Schmalz’s work emphasizes global Catholic diversity, from Latin America to South Asia, while addressing challenges like church scandals and doctrinal evolution. He balances academic rigor with accessible commentary, making religious studies relevant to broader audiences.
