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We publish valuable information throughout the year in the form of digital and print publications, best practice guides and research reports from AAR working groups, and podcasts of Annual Meeting sessions. We also regularly promote the accomplishments of our highly active, diverse membership.
We publish valuable information throughout the year in the form of digital and print publications, best practice guides and research reports from AAR working groups, and podcasts of Annual Meeting sessions. We also regularly promote the accomplishments of our highly active, diverse membership.
We publish print and online publications to serve our members, foster excellence in the academic study of religion, and enhance the public understanding of religion. Featured publications include the Journal of the American Academy of Religion; five academic book series published in partnership with Oxford University Press; Reading Religion, our open book review site; and Religious Studies News, our online magazine.
The premier academic journal in religious studies, the Journal of the American Academy of Religion publishes top scholarly articles covering the full range of world religious traditions together with provocative studies of the methodologies by which these traditions are explored. AAR members have online access to current and archived JAAR issues through the "sign in via society site" option.
Our publishing program with Oxford University Press (OUP) produces quality scholarship, including many titles that have become essential tools in the development of the field and in the training of new scholars. AAR members receive a 30-percent discount on all books from the AAR-OUP series.
Reading Religion, our open book review website, provides up-to-date coverage of scholarly publishing in religious studies, reviewed by scholars with special interest and/or expertise in the relevant subfields. Reviews are concise, comprehensive, and timely.
Religious Studies News (RSN), our online magazine, is a platform for students and professionals involved in the teaching and scholarship of religion. RSN communicates important events of the field and examines critical issues in education, pedagogy, research, publishing, and the public understanding of religion.
Our newsroom captures recent developments in the field, notable member accomplishments—such as major publications, award announcements, and media mentions—as well as organizational updates and statements issued by the AAR Board of Directors. We also share action alerts from advocacy partners, including the National Humanities Alliance and American Council of Learned Societies.
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
Member Note: Awards and Accomplishments
The Academy Series is devoted to publishing books that originate as dissertations in the field of religious studies. The series seeks to reflect the full range of cultural areas and methodological approaches in the field.
The Series in Reflection and Theory in the Study of Religion is broadly concerned with theories of religion, the history and nature of religious studies, religious thought, theological investigation, and the philosophy of religion.
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NOMINATION DEADLINE: APRIL 10, 2023
We're seeking nominations for the best in-depth reporting on religion in two categories: newswriting and multimedia.
