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 2026-2027 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 seven-time marathoner. She has served as President of the Association for the Sociology of Religion, a papal-appointed consultor to the Vatican’s General Secretariat of the Synod, 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

  • 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

  • American Red Cross Visits My “Disaster” Class

    A representative from the Blount County Chapter of the American Red Cross recently visited my “Disaster” class to share opportunities for students to get involved with disaster response in their local community and beyond. Continue reading

  • Successful Book Launch for Faithful Revolution

    Students, faculty, staff, and community members gathered last week for the public launch of my book at the Clayton Center for the Arts, Maryville College, Maryville, TN. I shared a few insights from Faithful Revolution as well as my reflection… Continue reading

  • Faithful Revolution Book Launch Today

    All are welcome to a book launch hosted by Maryville College for Faithful Revolution: How Voice of the Faithful Is Changing the Church. When: Today, Thursday, March 3, 2011 Time: 5-6pm Where: Clayton Center for the Arts, Maryville College, Maryville,… Continue reading

  • The Daily Times publishes news story about my book

    Read the full newspaper article  about Faithful Revolution: How Voice of the Faithful Is Changing the Church online. TCB.DAILYTIMES.pdf Download this file   Continue reading

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