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Rachelle Scott is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Tennessee. Her research focuses on the history of Theravada Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia, particularly contemporary Buddhism in Thailand. She examines issues such as monastic wealth, gendered religious authority, and the impact of new media on religious communities.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Religion, Northwestern University (2002)
- M.A. in Religious Studies, Arizona State University (1994)
- B.A. in Religious Studies, Lawrence University (1992)
Research Interests:
Dr. Scott’s work explores intersections of Buddhism with wealth, gender, and technology. Notably, her book Nirvana for Sale?: Buddhism, Wealth, and the Dhammakāya Temple critiques debates over monastic economics. Current projects investigate female ascetics, spirits in Thai Buddhism, and global Buddhist networks shaped by digital media.
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Advising & Labs: No student advisees or affiliated research teams explicitly mentioned.
