Tricia C. Bruce, PhD

Sociologist. Author. Researcher. Speaker.

Tricia C. Bruce, PhD, is a Senior Research Fellow with the Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies, a 2025-2026 Affiliate of the Center for the Study of Religion & Society at the University of Notre Dame, President-Elect of the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion, and a five-time marathoner. She served previously as President of the Association for the Sociology of Religion, a papal-appointed consultor to the Synod on Synodality, and a tenured professor. She is the author of numerous award-winning books, articles, and reports in the sociology of religion and U.S. Catholicism.

Happenings

  • Syllabus and Assignment from My Sociology of Religion Class Published by the ARDA

    The Association of Religion Data Archives (ARDA) has just published my Sociology of Religion class syllabus and Ethnography Panel assignment in their Learning Center.  Both can be found here. The ARDA is an exceptional resource for learning more about sociological… Continue reading

  • “In the Vineyard” Reviews My Book

    The June 30, 2011 edition of “In The Vineyard,” a Voice of the Faithful publication, includes a review of my recently published book, Faithful Revolution.  The review describes the book as a “a notable contribution by providing a point of departure” for thinking about… Continue reading

  • Contemplating Congregational Studies on the Cape

    The Manor House of the Craigville Conference Center in Cape Cod, MA, offered a pristine backdrop for conversations I had the privilege of participating in this week as an “Engaged Scholar Studying Congregations.” This annual gathering brings together a small… Continue reading

  • Recap of Santa Barbara Book Events

    My recent book visit to beautiful Santa Barbara, California was co-sponsored by the Walter Capps Center for the Study of Ethics, Religion, and Public Life, the Department of Religious Studies of the University of California Santa Barbara, Catholic Studies of… Continue reading

  • Congrats to the Class of 2011

    My own graduation from Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX was ten years ago.  Wishing this year’s class – especially my students at Maryville College – a happy and successful decade to come! See the full gallery on Posterous Continue reading

  • “Green” Grading

    Final grades for my undergraduates were due today, concluding the first semester for which I ventured into “green” grading practices.  Despite a few hiccups, it is a practice I plan to continue.  Previous semesters brought reams of paper into my office;… Continue reading

  • Successful Book Talk, Research Trip to New York City

    My recent visit to Manhattan brought more great conversation around my book (“Faithful Revolution”) as well as opportunities to explore the fascinating religious landscape of New York City. Pictured below are some of those gathered for the talk as well… Continue reading

  • Public Welcome to New York Book Talk Monday 5/2

    All are welcome to attend my upcoming book talk in New York, New York this Monday (May 2) at 7:00pm.    Lott Residence1261 Fifth Avenue (between 107th and 108th Streets)Ground Floor Meeting RoomNew York, NY 10029   View Larger Map… Continue reading

  • Boston Book Talk Invites Lively Discussion

    See the full gallery on Posterous Monday’s talk on Faithful Revolution in Winchester, MA, drew great questions and discussion from an audience of about 70 VOTF members, sociologists, area Catholics, and others interested in social movements and religious change. View… Continue reading

  • Boston book talk tonight; New York next week

    The public is welcome to attend several upcoming speaking events related to my new book, Faithful Revolution. View additional details on my book blog.     Continue reading

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