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Wendy Cadge is the 10th President and Professor of Sociology at Bryn Mawr College, a leading scholar in the sociology of religion, spirituality, and chaplaincy. She assumed the presidency in July 2024 and actively contributes to both academic and institutional leadership. Her affiliations include the Department of Sociology within the School of Arts and Sciences at Bryn Mawr, and she previously served in prominent roles at Brandeis University, including Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
- President, Bryn Mawr College (2024–present)
- Professor of Sociology, Bryn Mawr College
- Barbara Mandel Professor of Humanistic Social Sciences, Brandeis University (former)
- Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Brandeis University (2021–2024)
Wendy Cadge’s research focuses on religion in public institutions, particularly spiritual care, religious diversity, chaplaincy, and the moral dimensions of healthcare. She is known for her ethnographic approach and public intellectual engagement. Her work bridges academic scholarship with real-world applications in healthcare, education, and maritime settings. She has launched influential initiatives such as the Chaplaincy Innovation Lab and the Transforming Chaplaincy Project.
The recent articles and publications attributed to her reflect a strong and evolving interest in the role of chaplaincy in modern society, religious innovation, and spiritual infrastructure. Themes include the expansion of chaplaincy beyond traditional hospital settings (e.g., in schools and seafaring), spiritual care for the nonreligious, and responses to societal challenges like loneliness. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration and a commitment to making religious and spiritual research accessible to broader audiences.
Her scientific awards and honors include the Thomas A. King Faculty Award, the Dean of Arts and Sciences Mentoring Award, and the Michael Walzer '56 Award for Excellence in Teaching. She has received major funding from foundations such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the John Templeton Foundation, and the Henry Luce Foundation.
- Thomas A. King Faculty Award
- Dean of Arts and Sciences Mentoring Award
- Michael Walzer '56 Award for Excellence in Teaching
Wendy Cadge advises and mentors students and early-career scholars, though specific student names are not listed in the provided texts. She has raised over $8 million in research and teaching grants, supporting collaborative projects and student research. She leads initiatives such as the strategic visioning process at Bryn Mawr, the 'Teaching on Innovation in the Liberal Arts' committee, and the '100 Thousand Billion Bryn Mawrs' workshop, which explore the future of liberal education.
She founded and leads the Chaplaincy Innovation Lab, a collaborative space bringing together chaplains, educators, and social scientists. She also co-directed the Transforming Chaplaincy Project. These teams focus on advancing research, training, and public understanding of spiritual care across diverse settings.
