Orthodox Christian Studies Program
Founded in 2012 by Professors George E. Demacopoulos and Aristotle Papanikolaou, the Orthodox Christian Studies Center has become North America's leading institution for the study of Orthodox Christianity. The Center facilitates, finances, and publishes scholarship on the history, thought, and culture of the Orthodox Christian world. Through our academic programs, research fellowships, publications, and public events, we create bridges between the ecclesial, academic, and political spheres. Our work spans from Byzantine history to contemporary theological debates, from art and liturgy to questions of religious freedom and human rights.
Ways to Engage the Center
The Center provides a unique space for engaging Orthodox Christianity through rigorous academic inquiry, meaningful research, and sustained philanthropic support. Whether you're a student, a scholar, a supporter, or just interested in learning more about Orthodox Christian history, thought, and culture, we invite you to explore the many opportunities we offer below.
The Center at a Glance
What Our Community Is Saying
"The Center is very attuned to the place of Orthodox Christian Orthodoxy, for example, in the modern world and the implications that go well beyond theology that intersect with politics and social issues."
Stephen J. Davis, PhD
Woolsey Professor of Religious Studies and Professor of History at Yale University
