Faculty

Portrait of Josh Snell

Josh Snell

Academic Director / Biblical Studies Faculty

Josh Snell holds a B.A. in Philosophy and English from Boise State University and an M.Div. from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. A non-denominational pastor, he has taught and traveled in Europe and Southeast Asia, bringing a global perspective to Christian theology, philosophy, and the dialogue between worldviews.

Courses

  • Hermeneutics
  • Old Testament: Torah, Prophets, Writings
  • New Testament: Gospels & Acts
  • New Testament: Epistles & Revelation
  • New Testament Use of the Old Testament
  • Apologetics Seminar Series (co-faculty)
Portrait of Michael Barros

Michael Barros

Operations Director / Religion & Culture Faculty

Michael C. Barros is a scholar of religion and culture and an active researcher in the cognitive science of religion, with training in psychology and theology and a background in classical education. He teaches philosophy at the University of the People and has taught undergraduate theology, philosophy, and literature.

Courses

  • Waypoint Introduction Seminar
  • Biblical Principles of Culture
  • Biblical Spiritual Practices
  • Apologetics Seminar Series (co-faculty)
  • Associate Research Seminar (coming soon)

Contributing Faculty

To be announced

To be announced

To be announced

Mentorship commitments

  • Regular feedback on written work and spiritual practices
  • Preparation calls ahead of each capstone conversation
  • Prayerful shepherding for students across time zones
  • Shared reflection on vocation, mission, and witness

Supporting students

  • Translation summaries for capstones recorded in other languages
  • Resource development for the digital library and research seminar
  • Coordination with contributors to keep every course tuition-free
  • Collaboration with volunteers who bring regional expertise