In seeking to teach at an institution such as Anderson University, Kent was “looking for a place where I can share my whole self. I do not need to compartmentalize my academic knowledge and keep it separate from my faith. My faith is an important part of who I am and who I want to be.”
When he was young, Kent always wanted to be a teacher. “Now that I am older, I have seen the impact of teaching in a broader sense. Former students of mine are now young adults and are making a positive impact on the world and society.”
He makes a conscious effort to integrate his Christian faith into his classes. “Some classes begin by reading and discussing scripture passages. In some classes, students have the opportunity to write a biblical integration essay and read it to the class. Through faith-integration exercises I hope to create an environment that enables students to share their perspective and make their own connections between their faith and the course content.”