Mormonism in the Academy: Prospects and Challenges A recent Boston Globe story led with the headline, ‘Colleges scramble to offer curriculum on Mormon religion.’ While certainly not a fixture in the academy, Mormonism in the past few years has experienced a dramatic rise in academic interest, which in turn has led to the formation of a number of Mormon studies courses at colleges and universities nationwide. This panel is an opportunity to engage with scholars who have taught Mormon studies at a variety of academic institutions and to learn more about the challenges and opportunities that accompany this exciting area of study.

Armand L. Mauss, Doe Daughtrey, Jana Riess, Brian D. Birch, Mathew N. Schmalz