
Past Events
Sociologist Jason Shelton discusses how changing demographics and affiliations within the Black religious community are having a real and measurable effect on American public life.

2025 Senior Scholar Tariq Modood
At a standing room-only event, the Boniuk Institute presented sociologist Tariq Modood with the 2025 Senior Scholar Award in honor of his prolific academic scholarship and commitment to public engagement promoting knowledge and understanding--particularly of minority faith communities--of religious tolerance and pluralism.

University of Cincinnati sociologist Oneya Okuwobi explores the human cost of diversity efforts in religious organizations.

The Religion and Politics of Gen-Z
PRRI's Melissa Deckman discusses the religion and politics of Gen-Z with Rachel Schneider at a public Religious and Civic Leader Gathering

Clergy Health and Wellbeing during Polarized Times
Duke University sociologist David Eagle discussed clergy health and well-being at an online Religious and Civic Leader Gathering.

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