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Todd Steen serves as The Granger Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics and Business at Hope College, where he has taught since 1988. His courses include Labor Economics, Principles of Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Christianity and the Marketplace, and Internships in Vocation. Since 1995, he has been managing editor of the Christian Scholar’s Review and maintains active membership in the American Economic Association, Association of Christian Economists, and Christian Business Faculty Association.
His educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Economics, Harvard University (1992)
- M.A. in Economics, Harvard University (1987)
- B.A. in Economics, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (1984)
- B.S. in Geography, Pennsylvania State University (1981)
Dr. Steen's research uniquely bridges economic theory and Christian theology, examining how faith influences economic behavior in areas like labor markets, savings habits, and workplace ethics. His work investigates the theological implications of economic concepts while promoting practical applications in financial literacy and retirement planning. He emphasizes vocational calling and the integration of Christian principles into business education, often collaborating with students on empirical research projects that analyze religious participation's impact on economic decision-making.
His publication record reveals consistent focus on the religion-economics interface, with recurring themes in savings behavior across religious groups, time allocation related to faith practices, and critiques of materialism in economic theory. Recent work increasingly addresses institutional responsibilities in financial education and retirement planning within higher education settings.
Dr. Steen has received significant recognition including the Christian Business Faculty Association's Best Academic Paper Award (2018) and Best Practice Award (2012), the Granger Professor endowed chair (2009), Associated Church Press Award of Merit (1996), and Hope College's HOPE teaching award (1993).
- Best Academic Paper Award, Christian Business Faculty Association, 2018
- Best Practice Award, Christian Business Faculty Association, 2012
- Granger Professor of Economics (endowed chair), 2009
- Award of Merit, Associated Church Press, 1996
- Hope Outstanding Professor Educator (HOPE) Award, Hope College, 1993
He has mentored numerous students through collaborative research projects and internship programs focused on labor economics and faith-vocation integration, particularly examining workplace behavior and financial decision-making through theological lenses. His editorial leadership at the Christian Scholar’s Review demonstrates sustained commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship, while his 16-year service on the Holland Christian Schools Board (including presidency from 2006-2010) reflects deep community engagement beyond campus.
