The Professorship
Established through the generosity of alumnus Maxwell C. Weiner, this endowed position reflects a lasting commitment to the role of the humanities within a science- and technology-focused institution. The Distinguished Professorship supports a scholar whose work bridges disciplines, fosters public engagement, and enriches intellectual life on campus.
Margret Grebowicz
Maxwell C. Weiner Distinguished Professor of the Humanities and Professor of Philosophy
Dr. Grebowicz’s research is rooted in the interdisciplinary environmental humanities. She has published on various subjects in human-animal ethics, public lands, recreation, and wilderness policy, and environmental and media. An active public scholar and public scholarship advocate, she leads the Public Scholars Network on campus. She is the founding editor of the Practices series for Duke University Press.
Visiting Professors 2000 – 2021
2011-2021
2020-2021 2012-2013
Dr. Marie Lathers Dr. Susan Curtis
Case Western Reserve University Purdue University
2019-2019 2012
Dr. Simon J. Bonner Dr. Lamp Leong
Pennsylvania Stat University at Harrisburg University of Missouri-Columbia
2015-2016 2011
Dr. David Brian Robertson Dr. Dale L. Sullivan
University of Missouri-St. Louis North Dakota State University
2013-2014
Prof. Charlotte Matthews
Warren Wilson College
2000-2010
2009-2010 2003-2004
Dr. David W. Levy Dr. Anne Goodwyn Jones
University of Oklahoma University of Florida
2007-2008 2002-2003
Dr. James N. Giglio Dr. Caroline Whitbeck
Missouri State University Case Western Reserve University
2007 2001-2002
Dr. W. Dillon Johnston Dr. Charles Alexander
Washington University Ohio University
2005-2006 2000-2001
Dr. Wade L. Robinson Dr. Gilberto Perez
Rochester Institute of Technology Sarah Lawrence College
2004-2005
Dr. H. Roger Grant
Clemson University
Institutional Partners
WashU – Program for Public Scholarship
Missouri S&T – Center for Science, Technology and Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of events or programs does the endowment support?
The endowment supports:
- Interdisciplinary public scholarship workshops for faculty
- Public lectures by guest speakers
- Community engagement
- Research that centers the role of human experience and cultural perspectives in scientific discovery and technological innovation
Is this program part of a specific department at Missouri S&T?
No. The Weiner Endowment is intentionally cross-disciplinary and not limited to a single department. It exists to support the humanities broadly across all relevant fields and academic areas.
How can I stay informed about upcoming events or workshops?
Visit the Events, Workshops, or Publications pages to see what’s coming up. You can also follow affiliated university channels.
How can I join the Public Scholars Network?
The network is open to all faculty who wish to increase the impact of their research beyond academia. To attend workshops, please use the RSVP button. To join the mailing list, please contact Kim Courtney.