The following summer scholar research projects were completed in the religion department in Summer 2020.

  • Rachel Duvall ’22 (religion and political science double major)

    “Christendom and its Role in the Dehumanization of the Oppressed Community”

  • Mayank Kumar ’21 (political science and religion double major)

    “Measuring the Effect of State Religious Regulations on Support for Democracy”

  • Atticus Muller ’22 (political science and religion double major)

    “What Would it Take for the Earth Creature to go to Church? A Theological View of the Youth Consciousness, Ethic, and Spirit”

  • Alexis Noga ’22 (religion and English writing double major)

    “Narratives of Resistance”

  • Lanie Rogers ’22 (religion and music performance double major)

    “I Love to Tell the Story: An Analysis of Sacred Music for the Alternative Consciousness”


Summer Scholars Program

Denison’s flagship Summer Scholars program gives students in all disciplines a unique venue in which to experiment with ideas and artistic expression, pursue an intellectual passion, and/or focus intently on the resolution of a question over a sustained period of time, free from the pressures of grades and credit.

Endowed funds support approximately 120 students pursuing full-time independent research or collaborative work under the close supervision of a faculty member for up to 10 weeks during the summer.

Qualified rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors propose independent or collaborative projects in the sciences, social sciences, humanities, fine arts, or interdisciplinary fields. Projects do not need to be in a student’s major. All Summer Scholars receive a stipend and a housing allowance plus supplemental funds for research expenses. Off-Campus Summer Scholars also receive travel funding.

September 14, 2020