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Emil and Elfrieda Jochum Chair
Nicholas Denysenko, Ph.D.
Nicholas Denysenko, Ph.D.
Professor of Theology

Erich Markel Chair
Ronald Rittgers
Ronald K. Rittgers, Ph.D.
Professor of History and Theology

John R. Eckrich Chair
Susan R. Holman, Ph.D.
Susan R. Holman, Ph.D.
Professor of Religion and the Healing Arts

Phyllis and Richard Duesenberg Chair
Tal Howard
Tal Howard, Ph.D.
Professor of Humanities

Richard C. & Francelia A. Gozon University Chair
Michael Chikeleze
Michael Chikeleze, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Leadership Communication

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