Padraic Fitzgerald

Adjunct Instructor of Religious Studies

Education

• Ph.D. in Religion, University of Denver and Iliff School of Theology Joint Doctoral Program.
• M.A. in Religious Studies, University of Denver
• B.A. in Anthropology, Eckerd College

Research Interests

On paper, I locate myself at the crossroads of Material Religion and Phenomenology. I am interested in how people engage with the “stuff” of religion such as relics, clothing, and images. Of this religious “stuff”, I am particularly drawn to how people engage with the natural landscape and music to facilitate spiritual experiences. I am interested in the stories and practices of all religions, but I find particularly enjoy learning about the pre-Christian folk traditions of Europe, the pre-Christian traditions of the African diaspora, and Indigenous traditions.

Courses Taught

• RELS 103: Death and the Afterlife
• RELS 105: Intro to World Religions
• RELS 106: Religion and Violence