Common Ground for the Common Good

Religion and Public Life Center

Todd Ferguson
Todd Ferguson, Director

Religion is a central way that people make meaning of their experiences, and is fundamental to other important social factors, such as race, nationality, and even how we view science. Whether or not you are personally religious, it is impossible to ignore religion's importance in the social world.

The Boniuk Institute's Religion and Public Life Center uses research to help people understand each other, foster dialogue, break down stereotypes, and work together more effectively for the common good.

Community Engagement

The RPLC continues to use research on religion in public life to generate informed and more productive discussions on the important issues related to religion and public life through its innovative outreach initiatives.

Research

Since its inception in 2010, the RPLC has conducted groundbreaking research on religion in the public sphere that advances understanding, resolves conflict, and strengthens civil society.

Mailing Address

Boniuk Institute
6100 Main Street, MS350
Houston, TX 77005
boniukinstitute@rice.edu
rplc.rice.edu

Press Inquiries

Avery Franklin 
Senior Media Relations Specialist 
averyrf@rice.edu