Richard S. Ascough

Richard S. Ascough is a tenured Professor at the School of Religion, Queen's University. His research focuses on early Christian history and Greco-Roman religious associations, particularly examining community development and religious interaction dynamics. He holds degrees from Winnipeg Bible College (BA), London Bible College (MA), and St. Michael's College (MA, PhD).

• Bachelor of Arts: Winnipeg Bible College
• Master of Arts: London Bible College
• Master of Arts and PhD: St. Michael's College

Teaching specialties include religion in Greek/Roman antiquity (1st-2nd centuries), religion and film, and business ethics. Notable recognition includes Canada’s prestigious 3M National Teaching Fellowship (2018), awarded for educational leadership and innovation.

Current research explores modern theories of Christian origins through analysis of small religious associations in antiquity. No formal lab or team affiliations are specified in the text.