We were excited when Ben Wormleighton came to us with this idea for an online mathematics reading group using Francis Su's Mathematics for Human Flourishing. What a delight to receive this report about the group and Ben's suggestions for similar group. Please contact ESN if you would like to form a similar group in your field of study, either by leaving a comment here or by messaging us at our Facebook page. Many academics probably received the advice from mentors or advisors to spend time “reading great works” in … [Read more...] about An Invitation to Formative Reading Groups
Resources for ESN Members
Sign Up for 4/5/22: Preparing for Graduate School Online Event
Sign up today at bit.ly/gradprep422 We're delighted to present a panel on getting ready for graduate school. Please join us or invite students or friends. ​​Preparing for Graduate School Spiritually & Practically Tuesday April 5 @ 8-9pmEDT/7pm CDT/6pm MDT/5pm PDT Are you starting graduate school this fall or considering it for the future? Would you like to know how to thrive in grad school? Join us to hear tips on adjusting to the workload, finding community, and flourishing in graduate … [Read more...] about Sign Up for 4/5/22: Preparing for Graduate School Online Event
Interview with 2021 Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant Recipient Kyle Brawner
We're delighted to share an interview with Dr. Kyle Brawner, 2021 Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant Recipient. Learn more about the CSF-ESN grant for junior faculty here, and please consider applying! Biography for Kyle Brawner I grew up in the Nashville, TN area and received my bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology from Lipscomb University in 2012. I subsequently pursued doctoral studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where I researched Helicobacter pylori, the leading cause of stomach cancer. … [Read more...] about Interview with 2021 Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant Recipient Kyle Brawner
We Are Growing! We Are Hiring!
We want to grow the ESN team! After many years as our blog editor, Hannah Eagleson is assuming the role of Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships. Hannah will serve as our liaison with partner organizations working in higher education, including the American Scientific Affiliation, study centers, and other partners. She will support our new Scholars Compass booklet with groups using this resource to connect faith and work in the academy. And as Director, Bob Trube gives overall direction of ESN's ministry as well … [Read more...] about We Are Growing! We Are Hiring!
Apply for the $26k Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant
We are delighted to announce that the annual Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant for junior faculty will increase to $26,000 for 2022. The CSF-ESN grant, awarded annually to an ESN member who is junior faculty, consistently supports excellent projects that integrate faith and scholarship and support the common good. CSF-ESN Grant awardees have gone on to model excellent integration of scholarship and faith in both secular and Christian institutions, to serve in innovative programs such as the Fulbright … [Read more...] about Apply for the $26k Christian Scholars Foundation-ESN Grant