Religion in These Times
What role should religion play in public life today—and who gets to shape that conversation?
2024 Boniuk Institute Senior Scholar Award MARLA F FREDERICK, Dean of Harvard Divinity School, explores how religion intersects with race, power, and democracy in the United States.
Frederick makes a compelling case for why scholars must engage beyond the academy, translating research on religion into real-world impact. From higher education to public discourse, she highlights the urgent need for deeper religious literacy in an increasingly diverse and polarized society.
If you’re interested in religion, politics, higher education, or social change, this lecture offers essential insights into the future of religious pluralism and public scholarship.
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