Religious Literacy Summer Workshop

The Department of Religion at Wittenberg University is excited to offer a special four-day, on-campus summer workshop for K-12 teachers on the topic of religious literacy in today’s classrooms, June 6-9, 2023, in Springfield, Ohio.

Facilitated by Travis Proctor, assistant professor of religion at Wittenberg, and Matthew Hotham, assistant professor of religious studies at Ball State University, the workshop promotes public education and community outreach as it partners with K-12 educators in:

  • Understanding the basics of religious literacy.
  • Developing or refining lesson plans, class activities, assignments and other teaching products with religion in mind.
  • Engaging in 20 hours of contact instruction over four days.
  • Accessing individualized guidance and consultations.

"As part of the workshop, we are thrilled to announce that all participants will receive continuing education graduate credits, a small stipend, and free resources related to religious literacy."

Dr. Travis Proctor, Workshop Facilitator


The workshop will be taught from a non-confessional perspective, and so it is appropriate for both private and public-school educators. On-campus housing and meals will be provided during the workshop days.

Seats for the workshop are limited, and will be awarded on a competitive basis. To submit an application, use the “submit application” link below. Applicants are asked to submit a short statement of interest and description or sample of a teaching activity they hope to work on as part of the workshop.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until workshop slots are filled; for full consideration, please submit your application by May 5th. Applicants will be notified of workshop acceptance by mid-May.

Submit an Application

Questions? Contact:

Travis Proctor

Travis Proctor, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Religion
(937) 327-7403
proctort@wittenberg.edu
Hollenbeck 320

Matthew Hotham

Matthew Hotham, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Ball State University

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