ST. PAUL, Minn., May 20, 2025 – University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW) is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Clinton Collister to the faculty of the Classical Christian Honors College (CCHC). Dr. Collister previously served as Research Associate at the Centre for Theology, Law, and Culture at Oxford University where he lectured on theology and literature. Introduced last summer, the CCHC features a curriculum that consists of unique honors courses each semester, allowing students to pursue a second major in Great Books & Ideas. Students will engage with timeless texts and explore questions about life, faith, and leadership – all in small, discussion-based classes.
“We are thrilled that Dr. Collister will be joining our faculty,” said Dr. Ryan Griffith, Dean of the Classical Christian Honors College. “He exemplifies the kind of faculty we hope to attract – brilliant and humble, convictional and gracious, an expert who is also an avid learner – a wonderful combination of gifts for forming students for all of the Christian life.”
“I admire how Northwestern aims to help students to know truth, goodness, and beauty while preparing for their future professions,” said Collister. “I am eager to contribute to this exciting program and to work alongside the faculty and staff.”
Dr. Collister holds a BA in Literature from Valparaiso University (IN), a MA in English Literature from Oakland University (MI), a MLitt from the University of St. Andrews, and a PhD in Theology and Literature from Cambridge University. His research interests include theological anthropology and the writings of C.S. Lewis and T.S. Eliot. With his wife, Sarah, Collister co-founded Little Gidding Press, where he serves as Editor-in-Chief. He is also ordinand for the priesthood in the Anglican Church of North America. Starting this August, Collister will join the faculty full time as Assistant Professor of Theology & Great Books.
You can find out more about UNW and the Classical Christian Honors College by visiting unwsp.edu/cchc.
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University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW) is a nondenominational, Christian university in St. Paul, Minn. With a Biblical worldview integrated into all programs, UNW provides a unique educational experience for students who want to combine faith and education. Northwestern offers more than 50 areas of study, including five master’s degrees, and online and early college programs. Northwestern Media, a ministry of the university, owns and operates 105 radio signals throughout the Midwest across 13 states with a total listenership of more than 2 million listeners. Visit unwsp.edu for more information.
