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Rene D. Drumm is Senior Research Professor of Sociology in the School of Social & Behavioral Sciences at Andrews University, specializing in the intersection of sociology and Seventh-day Adventist religious practice. His current work bridges academic research and practical church applications through frequent collaborations with colleagues like Peter Činčala and Peter Son.
Dr. Drumm's research program examines trauma in pastoral ministry, intimate partner violence prevention within religious communities, Adventist doctrinal diversity, and religious media engagement. His recent focus on Ex-Adventists reveals patterns in religious disaffiliation, while quantitative studies of Guide magazine readership inform communication strategies. This work consistently applies sociological frameworks to real-world church challenges.
Analysis of 2024-2025 publications shows heavy concentration in Adventist studies (80% of outputs), with growing emphasis on trauma-informed ministry approaches. His collaborative network produces 3-4 conference presentations annually alongside targeted journal articles, demonstrating sustained research productivity without traditional lab infrastructure.
Dr. Drumm actively disseminates findings through invited talks like 'God First' and 'Boosting mission offering,' indicating strong institutional support for community engagement. His email rened@andrews.edu serves as primary contact for research inquiries within Andrews University's academic ecosystem.
