News & Events
The Department for the Study of Religion is dynamic and frequently has news to share with our community! You can find a collection of all of our most exciting news here on an ongoing basis.
Our department has many ongoing projects and events that you can find in the events tab. Realized publications can be found under the publications tab.
International Conference on Religion and Film
In June, SMU Religion goes to Hollywood! Dr. Syed Adnan Hussain and Dr. Lindsay Macumber are presenting at the International Conference on Religion and Film in Hollywood CA. They will each present a paper on American thriller drama, Yellowjackets.
The Hannah Arendt Center for Politics and Humanities
Dr. Lindsay Macumber will participate in a three week visiting fellowship at the Hannah Arendt Center at Bard College in May 2024. The research she will conduct will support her manuscript on Arendt and monster theory. Her book, contracted through Routledge, is anticipated for 2025.
Witness: Mediating Holocaust Testimony in the Arts
Dr. Lindsay Macumber will travel to the Holocaust Educational Foundation of Northwestern University to participate in an intensive seminar for Holocaust scholars which will focus on the mediation of Holocaust testimony in literature, music, and the visual arts.
Learn more about the Foundation and the seminar here.
Let's go to the SMUvies!
The Department for the Study of Religion is proud to present a new series of events presented in partnership with Philosophy and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
The series will examine various films, series, and other pop culture artifacts in a fun and approachable atmosphere. It is open to the public and everyone is welcome!
If you have any suggestions for the series click here to make your suggestion! You can also find us on Instagram @SMUvies_hfx.
Confirmed Book Contract for Dr. David Sable
Dr. David Sable is excited to announce that he has confirmed his contract with Routledge Press for the 2025 publication of his book Mindfulness and Contemplative Interaction for Transformative Learning in Higher Education: Exploring Interpersonal Dimensions and Connectedness (title is tentative).
Check out David's profile for more information about his research.