Nancy Rourke

Nancy Rourke is an Assistant Professor at St. John Fisher University, specializing in ethics, theology, and environmental studies. Her research focuses on Catholic ethics, ecological ethics, bioethics, and virtue ethics, with particular attention to intersections between religious teachings and environmental justice. She holds a Ph.D. from Maynooth College, an M.Div. and S.T.M. from Boston University, and a B.A. from Union College.

Her work explores themes such as Laudato Si', papal encyclicals, and the application of virtue ethics to ecological and healthcare contexts. She has published widely on topics including fossil fuel impacts, sacramental theology, and medical ethics. Her publications reflect a commitment to integrating theological perspectives with contemporary environmental and healthcare challenges.

Rourke’s research has been featured in journals like The National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly and Journal of Moral Theology. She has also contributed to edited volumes addressing Catholic social teaching and interdisciplinary ethical frameworks. While no specific grants or advising roles are noted, her work emphasizes collaborative interdisciplinary approaches to ethical dilemmas in healthcare and ecology.