Anthony Reddie: first Professor of Black Theology in 900 years

Professor Anthony Reddie, Director of the Oxford Centre for Religion and Culture at Regent’s Park College, has been awarded the title ‘Professor of Black Theology’ in the University’s latest Recognition of Distinction exercise.

This award marks the first time the University has had a ‘Professor of Black Theology’ in its 900-year history. Professor Reddie, who has been teaching at Oxford since 2020, says he is honoured by the new title and conscious of the importance for Black Theology.