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Steven C. McMullen is a Professor of Economics at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, where he has taught since 2014. His academic work spans multiple disciplines, with particular focus on the intersection of economics, ethics, and theology. He holds positions as a Fellow at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics and an Associate Fellow at the Kirby Liang Centre for Public Theology.
Dr. McMullen's research interests encompass inequality and poverty, economics of education, animal ethics, environmental economics and ethics, and theology and economics. His scholarly work often explores Christian perspectives on economic issues, reflecting his commitment to integrating faith and scholarship. He demonstrates particular expertise in examining how market economies interact with moral norms and community values.
McMullen's publications reveal a consistent focus on the ethical dimensions of economic systems, with recurring themes in animal welfare economics, educational policy, and the theological foundations of economic thought. His recent work has increasingly addressed the tension between market efficiency and ethical considerations, particularly regarding animal agriculture and environmental conservation.
- Fellow, Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics (2014-present)
- Warren Samuels Prize, Association for Social Economics (2014)
- Issachar Fund grant for Educational Technology and Human Flourishing (2014-2017)
- Bradley Foundation grant for School Choice and Private School Enrollment (2014-2016)
As executive editor of Faith & Economics and host of the Faithful Economy podcast, McMullen actively engages with the community of Christian economists. His consulting work with the Journal of Animal Ethics and contributions to the Christian Scholars Review blog demonstrate his commitment to bridging academic scholarship with practical application. His May Term classes in London reflect his dedication to experiential learning and global perspectives in economics education.
