Spring 2017 Faculty News:
David Lambert’s book, How Repentance Became Biblical: Judaism, Christianity, and the Interpretation of Scripture, won the 2016 American Academy of Religion’s Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion in the category of Textual Studies.
Jodi Magness has been named an inaugural ACC Distinguished Lecturer. This honor is based on scholarly achievements, impact upon students and faculty, ability to stimulate cross-university collaborations, and the opportunity to showcase UNC-Chapel Hill’s intellectual talent. Sponsored by the Atlantic Coast Conference, ACC Distinguished Lecturers will be invited to give presentations at other ACC campuses in the upcoming academic year.
Rosa Perelmuter was selected as a 2016 recipient of the University Diversity Award, which recognizes significant contribution to the enhancement, support and/or furtherance of diversity on the campus and in the community.