Mukti Clarence, S.J.

Mukti Clarence, S.J.

Visiting Social Innovation Fellow
Leading People and Organizations
Gabelli School of Business
Joined Fordham: 2026

General Information:
140 W. 62nd Street, Room 350,
New York, NY 10023

Email: [email protected]

  • Dr. (Fr.) Mukti Clarence, S.J. is a Jesuit priest from the South Asian Conference (Jamshedpur). He completed his undergraduate studies at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai University, followed by a master’s degree from Madras University. He pursued philosophy at Satya Nilayam (Loyola College), Chennai, and theology at Jana Deepa Vidyapeeth (Pontifical Athenaeum), Pune. He holds both an M.Phil. and a PhD in Psychology from CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore.

    • PhD in Psychology, from CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
    • MPhil in Psychology, form CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
    • MSc in Psychology, from Madras University
    • MA in Philosophy, from Satya Nilayam (Loyola College), Chennai
    • BA from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai University
    • Positive Psychology and Human Well-being
    • Global Citizenship and Social Responsibility
    • Spirituality and Personal Growth
    • Cultural Studies and Intercultural Understanding
    • Philosophy and Critical Thinking

  • Research & Publications

    • Clarence, F. M. (2017). Role of spiritual competence and subjective well-being in organizational commitment among Catholic college teachers. SJCC Management Research Review, 7(2),112–130.
    • Clarence, F. M. (2018). Spirituality and subjective well-being among Catholic college teachers of Bangalore. Indian Journal of Health and Well-being, 9(3), 678-680.
    • Clarence, F. M., George, T. S., & Clarence, M. (2018). Role of demographic variables in organizational commitment among Catholic college teachers. Asia Pacific Journal of Research, 2320-5504.
    • Mukti Clarence, F., Clarence, M., George, T. S., & History, A. (2018). Influence of psychological capital on affective commitment among teachers: A reflective analysis. Research Review International Journal of Multidisciplinary, Special Issue, 60-64.
    • Clarence, M., Painadath Devassy, V., Jena, L. K., & George, T. S. (2021). The effect of servant leadership on ad hoc schoolteachers’ affective commitment and psychological well-being. Education, 67(3), 305–331. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11159-020-09856-9
    • Clarence, M., Viju, P. D., Jena, L. K., & George, T. S. (2021). Predictors of positive psychological capital: An attempt among the teacher communities in rural Jharkhand, India. Management and Labour Studies, 46(2), 139–160. https://doi.org/10.1177/0258042X21991013
    • Clarence, M., Viju, P. D., & George, T. S. (2022). The Jesuit educational mission in rural Chotanagpur, India: Historical achievements and contemporary challenges. International Studies in Catholic Education, 14(2), 114–127. https://doi.org/10.1080/19422539.2019.1691826
    • Clarence, M. (2022). Teachings on psychological capital from the Sermon on the Mount. Pastoral Psychology, 71, 547–558. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11089-022-01016-0
    • Clarence, M. (April 2023). The Spiritual Exercises and psychological capital. The Way, 62(2), 77–87.
    • Clarence, M., & Jena, L. K. (2023). Jesuit education system: Creators of credible leaders. Vilakshan – XIMB Journal of Management, 20(2), 313–319. https://doi.org/10.1108/xjm-07-2021-0202
    • Clarence, M., & Jena, L. K. (2024). The role of personal and contextual resources on the relationship between soul at work and discerning millennial employees. South Asian Journal of Human Resources Management, 11(2), 253–276. https://doi.org/10.1177/23220937221144364

    Edited Books and Book chapters

    • Clarence, M. (Ed.). (2023). Towards sustainable growth in India: Connecting the missing dots. XITE College, Gamharia. ISBN 978-81-19149-33-9.
    • Clarence, M. (Ed.). (2024). New directions in social sciences and humanities: Interdisciplinary exploration. XITE College, Gamharia. ISBN 978-93-34069-33-4.
    • Clarence, M. (2007). John Joseph Deeney. In A. Amaladass (Ed.), Christian Thinkers in India (Vol. 3, pp. 49–60). Chennai: Satya Nilayam Publications. ISBN 81-903656-2-2.
    • Clarence, M. (2025). The role of human well-being in shaping a positive workplace culture. In R. Jebasigh (Ed.), The role of human well-being in shaping a positive workplace culture (pp. 123–126). Bangalore: St. Joseph’s College of Commerce (Autonomous). ISBN 978-93-342-2726-0.

    Magazine Articles 

    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (2011). My experience of the first 48 hours of Kandhamal violence. Voice of St. Thomas, 6–8.
    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (2018). Disobedience: A threat to mental health. The Examiner, 169(40).
    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (2019). Confession. The New Leader, 132(6).
    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (July 2022). Ignatian Year: An invitation to re-imagine. Jivan – The News and Views of Jesuits in India.
    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (2022). Facilitators and predictors of commitment. The Examiner.Mukti Clarence, S.J. (2023). Spirituality: A bulwark against the sin of lethargy. The New Leader.
    • Mukti Clarence, S.J. (April 2025). Do you belong to this sad group of Jesuits? Jivan – The News and Views of Jesuits in India.

    Published Newspaper Articles 

    • Clarence, M. (2024, November 13). Children’s Day: Fostering the Future through Education, Values, and Support. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2024, December 2). St. Francis Xavier: Timeless Brand and Legacy of Excellence and Integrity. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2024, December 24). Christmas: It is a Message of Hope and Joy for All. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, January 26). Republic Day: A Time for Reflection, Renewal, and Action. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, February 24). Jharkhand's Higher Education: UGC's Bold Changes Vs Ground Challenges. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, March 2). Cultivating Happiness: A Scientific Approach to a Fulfilling Life. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, March 16). Mental Health Challenges among Jharkhand’s Workforce. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, March 21). Lent: A Sacred Journey of Renewal and Spiritual Growth. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, April 13). Holy Week: A Sacred Journey of Love and Sacrifice. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, April 25). Bidding Adieu to Pope Francis: A Light That Will Not Dim. The Avenue Mail. 
    • Clarence, M. (2025, May 1). Labour Day: Respect the Hands That Build Our Lives. The Avenue Mail.