In recent times, the Satanic Temple has gained many new members, especially people from the LGBTQ community, and significant national attention. Why are people drawn to this new religious movement and how has the internet fueled its growth? David Embree, a Missouri State University per course faculty member in the department of religious studies, provides his thoughts on this … [Read more...] about How the Satanic Temple is drawing more members
On May 22, 2011, a devastating E5 tornado ripped through Joplin, Missouri. Dr. Victor Matthews, dean of the College of Humanities and Public Affairs and professor of religious studies at Missouri State University, visited the town only a few days after the storm destroyed much of the town. A Joplin native, Matthews wanted to see what had become of his childhood home. “The … [Read more...] about Like a puzzle: Text, physical remains reveal history
Victor Matthews, dean of the College of Humanities and Public Affairs has an article, “The Art of Lying in King David’s Court,” which will be included in the May issue of Biblical Theology Bulletin. The bulletin is published in honor of the late John Pilch. … [Read more...] about Latest Article Published
Congratulations to Dr. Austra Reinis, Professor of History of Christianity in the Department of Religious Studies at Missouri State University, on being awarded a Fulbright Teaching and Research grant! Her sabbatical year, Fall 2017 and Spring 2018, will take her to Germany where she will teach a course at the University of Leipzig on “The Correspondence Network of … [Read more...] about Religious Studies Professor Awarded Fulbright Grant
The College of Arts and Letters, College of Humanities and Public Affairs and Honors College at Missouri State University will host a series of events titled “1517-2017: 500 Years of Reformations” this January and February. Five hundred years ago, on Oct. 31, 1517, Martin Luther is said to have posted his ‘95 Theses’ questioning the sale of indulgences for the forgiveness of … [Read more...] about Looking back: Events to explore ‘500 Years of Reformations’