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For forty years, the Center has welcomed researchers from around the world to spend time in residence at Notre Dame. In that period, over 300 scholars working in philosophy, theology, religious studies, other humanities fields, and even the social sciences have pursued cutting edge research using the vast resources of this institution. Residential fellows research, write, discuss works-in-progress, participate in exciting media initiatives, and enjoy vibrant community life while at Notre Dame.

AY 2026-2027 Theme: Love, Beauty, and Attention


We are pleased to announce our 2026-2027 Research Fellows!

  • Matthew Benton, Seminar Fellow, Notre Dame Summer Seminars in Philosophy of Religion
  • Ryan Kemp, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Wheaton College
  • Glen Pettigrove, Chair of Moral Philosophy, University of Glasgow 
  • Zara Amdur, Assistant Professor of the Practice, Texas Tech University
  • Samuel Filby, Ph.D. in Philosophy (2026), Northwestern University 
  • Francesca Murphy, Professor of Theology, University of Notre Dame


Watch past fellows talk about interesting questions from their research: