Dr. Stephen C. Dilley

Bio

Dr. Steve Dilley’s appointment as an Honorary Visiting Professor of Philosophy at Southeastern University is well justified by his exceptional record of scholarship, teaching, and leadership at the intersection of philosophy, science, and theology. A seasoned scholar with a Ph.D. in philosophy from Arizona State University, Dr. Dilley has served as an associate professor and tenured faculty member at St. Edward’s University, a Senior Fellow and Director of Outreach to Higher Education at the Discovery Institute (his current role), and a frequent lecturer at leading academic and faith-based institutions. His extensive publication record—spanning The British Journal for the History of Science, HOPOS, and Studies in History and Philosophy of Biological and Biomedical Sciences—positions him as a leading voice in the philosophy of science and religion. Dr. Dilley’s edited volumes with Routledge and Lexington Books, as well as his recent scholarly contributions in Religions (2023), demonstrate his ongoing commitment to rigorous academic inquiry and interdisciplinary engagement.

Moreover, Dr. Dilley’s career reflects a strong alignment with Southeastern University’s mission to integrate faith, learning, and leadership. His work consistently bridges Christian worldview formation and intellectual inquiry, addressing critical questions about naturalism, design, and the theological dimensions of science. His involvement in curriculum development with SEU and Christian Halls International, along with his leadership in Cambridge-based initiatives such as the William Whewell Centre for Science and Natural Theology, further underscores his global influence and collaborative spirit. Dr. Dilley’s appointment would enrich its philosophical and theological discourse, and model the integration of faith and scholarship that defines the university’s Spirit-empowered mission.