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About Brian Bajzek

Specializations: Theological Anthropology, Trinitarian Theology, Religion and Popular Culture, Lonergan Studies
 
Brian Bajzek is Assistant Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Molloy University. He holds a Ph.D. in Theological Studies from University of Toronto and Regis College (2018). His research investigates the interplay of otherness and similarity in theological anthropology, highlighting the importance of productive engagement between religion and society. His writing and teaching also explore the resources popular culture (especially horror movies) can provide for both critiquing and strengthening religious accounts of social justice. 
 
Dr. Bajzek has published in The Heythrop Journal, International Philosophical Quarterly, Theological Studies, and several edited volumes. He is currently revising his dissertation for publication in book form. That book will resource the writings of René Girard, Emmanuel Levinas, and Bernard Lonergan to analyze intersubjectivity’s role in the drama of human progress, decline, and redemption, offering a trinitarian framework for overcoming marginalization and violence. He has previously taught at University of Toronto (University of St. Michael’s College), Christ the King Seminary (East Aurora, NY), and Marquette University. He is also the director of the Philosophy component of the International Institute for Method in Theology. 

Positions

Present Assistant Professor, Molloy University ‐ Theology and Religious Studies
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2020 - 2022 Visiting Assistant Professor, Marquette University ‐ Department of Theology
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2018 - 2020 Assistant Professor of Theology, Christ the King Seminary (East Aurora, NY) ‐ Systematic Theology, Philosophy
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2015 - 2018 Adjunct Professor, Christ the King Seminary (East Aurora, NY) ‐ Systematic Theology, Philosophy
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Curriculum Vitae

Disciplines

Research Interests

Grants

2018 - 2020 Conference Grant: International Conference for Collaborative Philosophy, Theology, and Ministry
Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo
Role: Conference Co-Found and Co-Organizer: International Conference for Collaborative Philosophy, Theology, and Ministry
Colleague(s): Eric Mabry, Fr. John Mack
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Professional Service and Affiliations

2017 - Present Area Director: Philosophy, International Institute for Method in Theology
2021 - 2023 Organizing Committee Member: Lonergan Consultation, Catholic Theological Society of America
2022 Convener: Lonergan Consultation, Catholic Theological Society of America
2020 - 2021 Faculty Advisor: Lonergan on the Edge Graduate Student Conference, Marquette Lonergan Project
2017 Consultation Moderator: Lonergan Consultation, Catholic Theological Society of America
Member, American Academy of Religion
Member, Canadian Theological Society
Member, Catholic Theological Society of America
Member, College Theology Society
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Honors and Awards

  • Participating Faculty Professional Development Award – Marquette University, 2021-2022
  • Junior Scholar – Lonergan Research Institute, Toronto
  • Frederick E. Crowe Bursary, 2016
  • Marquette University Dennis Doherty Award, 2012
  • Alpha Sigma Nu
  • Theta Alpha Kappa

Courses

  • Religion and Media
  • World Religions, Global Citizens: Contemporary Perspectives (Honors)
  • Religious Themes in the Cinema
  • Gender and Religion
  • Introduction to Theology and Religious Studies

Education

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2014 - 2018 Ph.D., University of Toronto ‐ Regis College
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2012 - 2014 M.A., Marquette University ‐ Department of Theology
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2008 - 2012 B.A., Marquette University
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Contact Information

Siena Hall 101F Molloy University
1000 Hempstead Ave
Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Office Phone: (516) 323-3290

Email:

Journal Articles (3)

Book Chapters (3)

Book Reviews (1)

Dissertation and Thesis (2)