Christendom College will welcome biologist and author Dr. Daniel Kuebler to campus for the latest event in its Collegiate Lecture Series on Monday, September 21, at 7:00 p.m. in Old Chapel Hall. Kuebler, host of the Purposeful Lab podcast, will speak on “Human Origins: Evolution and Creation,” presenting possible ways of properly understanding human origins that are consistent with both Catholic teaching and the science of evolution.
Kuebler’s lecture will look to reconcile a Catholic understanding of the human person with the evolutionary development of the human body, examining both Catholic teaching on human evolution and the current scientific understanding of humanity’s evolutionary connection to other hominins. Taking both into account, as well as the understanding that humans are a unity of both body and soul, Kuebler’s presentation will outline ways of properly understanding the origins of humans.
Kuebler is a professor of biology at Franciscan University, where he teaches courses on evolution, cell physiology, and science and faith. His scientific research focuses on the characteristics and variability of adult stem cells found in human bone marrow and adipose tissue. He also hosts the Purposeful Lab podcast, which examines the order and purpose inherent in the natural world.
An accomplished author and scholar, Kuebler co-authored The Evolution Controversy: A Survey of Competing Theories and most recently authored Darwin and Dogma: The Compatibility of Evolution and Catholicism, published by Word on Fire Press in 2025. He has also written academic and popular articles on science, religion, and ethics. Kuebler currently serves as vice president of the Society of Catholic Scientists and sits on the board of the Spitzer-Magis Center.
Christendom’s Collegiate Lecture Series provides students, faculty, staff, and members of the community with an opportunity to hear from regional and national speakers on topics relevant to Christendom’s mission of “Restoring All Things in Christ.” For students, especially, these events allow them to connect classroom learning with the broader ideas and questions posed by the speakers. The series also honors those who have pursued wisdom in their lives and share it generously with the Christendom community.
Additional Collegiate Lecture Series events are planned throughout the academic year, including a lecture from Notre Dame’s Dr. Mary Keys on St. Augustine’s political thought on October 5.
This event is open to the public. Parking for the event will be available at Christ the King Chapel on Shenandoah Shores Road (the first left when approaching the college).