Nathan Rein
Educator and academic leader | Curriculum design, student success, transformative pedagogy
- Role
- Department Chair at Ursinus College
- Location
- Phoenixville, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nathan Rein
Accomplished academic leader and educator with extensive experience in higher education spanning teaching, curriculum design, student success initiatives, and institutional strategy. Associate professor of religious studies with significant experience in academic administration. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor faculty, and drive inclusive, research-based programming for student and institutional development. Deep expertise in Religious Studies and liberal arts education, with a commitment to fostering critical thinking, equity, and student support.
Experience
Department Chair
Jan 2022 — Present
Provided academic and operational leadership for a small but vital department, overseeing faculty mentorship, hiring, and curricular quality. Strengthened departmental planning and communication while ensuring alignment with broader institutional goals. Championed a collaborative and supportive faculty culture. • Mentored and evaluated junior faculty across ranks and contract types. • Hired full- and part-time faculty; facilitated department meetings and maintained a small departmental budget. • Assessed departmental programming and submitted evaluations to senior leadership.
Education
Columbia University
BA
Harvard University
PhD
Skills
- Grant Writing
- Research
- University Teaching
- History
- Curriculum Design
- Theory
- Religion
- Higher Education
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Curriculum Development
- Theology
- Courses
- Community Outreach
- Teaching
- Adult Education
- Nonprofits
- Religious Studies
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