Dr. Margaret MacDonald
Saint Mary’s University is proud to announce that Dr. Margaret MacDonald, a distinguished scholar in the Department for the Study of Religion, has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. This prestigious recognition highlights Dr. MacDonald’s significant contributions to the field of early Christian studies and her pioneering work in the social-scientific interpretation of the letters of Paul.
Dr. MacDonald’s research has garnered international acclaim, with her monographs translated into Italian and Spanish, and she has held leadership roles in various academic circles. She currently holds the esteemed Santamarian Chair for the Faculty of Arts at Saint Mary’s University. Her innovative approach has opened new pathways of research, engaging with contemporary issues of power, family dynamics, and gender constructions.
“We are pleased to see Dr. MacDonald’s exceptional work recognized at the highest level,” said Dr. Adam Sarty, Associate Vice-President, Research and Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. “Her dedication and groundbreaking research have enriched the academic community at large and spotlights the high calibre of scholarly work being undertaken by so many of our professors in the Faculty of Arts.”
The Royal Society of Canada Fellowship is among the highest honours a Canadian scholar can receive, celebrating outstanding achievement in the arts, humanities, and sciences.
One hundred and four new Fellows have been elected by their peers for their outstanding scholarly achievements.
On Friday, November 8, 2024, the RSC will induct the 2024 Fellows and Members of the RSC College at a ceremony as part of the Celebration of Excellence and Engagement in Vancouver, British Columbia.