Education
- Ph.D., Hebrew and Semitic Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.A., Hebrew and Semitic Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.Div., Old Testament Concentration, Alliance Theological Seminary
- B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Houston-Central Campus
Research Interests
- The destiny of the nations/Gentiles in Isaiah's eschatological visions
- The book of Job and women in the Bible
Kim Nguyen, Ph.D.
- Associate Professor of Old Testament
- Traditional Undergraduate Bible, Religion & Ministry Division
Education
- Ph.D., Hebrew and Semitic Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.A., Hebrew and Semitic Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- M.Div., Old Testament Concentration, Alliance Theological Seminary
- B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Houston-Central Campus
Research Interests
- The destiny of the nations/Gentiles in Isaiah's eschatological visions
- The book of Job and women in the Bible
Dr. Kim Nguyen is a dedicated professor of Old Testament at Cornerstone University, teaching various Bible courses, including Pentateuchal Literature, Wisdom Literature, Seminar on Psalms and more.
Dr. Nguyen received her Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Houston-Central Campus and then received her M.Div. at Alliance Theological Seminary in Nyack, N.Y. She also holds an M.A. degree and a Ph.D. degree in Hebrew and Semitic studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
A member of the Society of Biblical Literature, Dr. Nguyen is passionate about teaching her students how biblical studies can foster spiritual and intellectual growth in their lives, therefore equipping them for better future leadership in the church and in the society at large.
She is the author of the book “Chorus in the Dark: The Voices of the Book of Lamentations” (Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2013). This book is a revision of her dissertation “Lady Zion and the Man: The Use of Personae in the Book of Lamentations” under the supervision of Professor Michael V. Fox.
Dr. Nguyen is currently working on her second book, focusing on the topic of the destiny of the nations/Gentiles in Isaiah’s eschatological visions. Her future interests include the book of Job and women in the Bible.
Contact Info
- Phone:616.254.1650, ext. 1339
Hobbies
- Reading
- Watching movies
- Talking to her siblings
Campus Involvement
- International Programs Committee (Present)
- CU Search Committee for VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (Present)
- Core Curriculum Committee (2017-20)
- BRM Scholarship Subcommittee (2019, 2020)
- Academic Integrity Committee (2014-17)
- Diversity Committee (2012-14)
- BRM Search Committee (2011-12)
- Core Course Coordinator—Old Testament Literature (Present)
Publications
- “Cyrus: A Righteousness.” In The History of Isaiah: The Making of the Book and its Presentation of the Past. Edited by Tod Hibbard and Jacob Stromberg. Forschungen zum Alten Testament I. Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2021.
- Chorus in the Dark: The Voices of Lamentations. Hebrew Bible Monographs 54. Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2013.
- “Mission Not Impossible: Justifying the Destruction of Jerusalem and Exonerating the Common Survivors.” Pages 269-91 in Daughter Zion: Her Portrait, Her Response. Edited by Mark J. Boda, Carol J. Dempsey, and LeAnn Snow Flesher. Atlanta: Society of Biblibcal Literature, 2012.
Presentations
- “Lamentations and the Stigma of Affliction,” presented at Hindustan Bible Institute and College, Webinar, Summer 2021.
- “The Destiny of the Nations in Isaiah’s Vision,” presented at Cornerstone University, Faculty Scholarship Lunch, Fall 2019.
- “Cyrus: A Righteousness,” presented at the SBL 2017 annual Meeting, Boston, MA.
- “Chorus in the Dark: The Voices of Lamentations,” presented at Cornerstone University, Faculty Scholarship Lunch, Fall 2016.
- “Personification of Zion as a Woman,” presented at Cornerstone University, Bible Religion and Ministry chapel, fall 2012.
- “Mission Not Impossible: Justifying the Destruction of Jerusalem and Exonerating the Common Survivors,” presented at the SBL 2008 annual meeting, Boston MA.
Awards and Recognitions
- Educator Curriculum Award (Interfaith Youth Core, 2020)
- Robert Berman Family Graduate Research Award (UW-Madison, 2008)
- Sanford J. Ettinger Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Ph.D. Studies (UW-Madison, 2007)
- Mosse Graduate Student Exchange Fellowship (UW-Madison, 18 months 2006-08)
- Robert and Beverly Natelson Award for the Best Graduate Student Working in the Area of Jewish Studies (UW-Madison, 2005)
- Pearl and Nathan Berkowits Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement (Wisconsin Society for Jewish Learning, 2004)
- University Fellowship (UW-Madison, 2000-01)
- Advanced Opportunity Fellowship (UW-Madison, 1999-2000 and 2001-02)
- Who's Who among the Students in American Universities and Colleges (1999 edition)
