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The Divinity School brings together—and pioneers—multiple perspectives and approaches to the study of religion. We teach the critical skills that are necessary for relating to the evolving and complicated roles religion plays in the worlds we inhabit, in meaningful, responsible, creative, and adaptive ways. Work here is deeply informed, intellectually curious, and honestly engaged.
History of Religions: Vol. 66, No. 1 | August 19, 2026
Secrets, Lies, and Consequences: A Review Symposium
Student Lilia Ellis on the Ethics of Assisted Suicide
A feature for The Christian Century
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Why we still care about the ‘Odyssey’
Prof. Carolina López-Ruiz on whether or not the epic poem can be read…
New Journal of Religion Issue Explores Susan Taubes, Kant, and the Politics of the Zhuangzi
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History of Religions: Vol. 66, No. 1 | August 19, 2026
Secrets, Lies, and Consequences: A Review Symposium “Bruce Lincoln’s Secrets, Lies, and Consequ...
Div School Students Spent Summer 2026 in Museums, Archives, and Magazines
The University of Chicago Divinity School Summer Internships for the Public Understanding of Religio...
Media Theorist Patrick Jagoda to Deliver 2026 Nuveen Lecture
The University of Chicago Divinity School is pleased to announce the 2026 Nuveen Lecture, funded by ...
The Martin Marty Center
The Martin Marty Center for the Public Understanding of Religion is a bridge between religious studies scholarship and the wider public. Through conferences and events, community and scholarly initiatives, fellowship programs, and our electronic publication Sightings, we work on the intersection of religion and public life.