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Michael Barros

Michael Barros

Director of Operations

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Overview

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 Taught

Core Formation

  • •Waypoint Introduction Seminar
  • •Biblical Principles of Culture
  • •Biblical Spiritual Practices

Education

  • Ph.D. in Psychology (ABD)

    National University, expected 2027

  • M.A. in Biblical & Theological Studies

    Trevecca Nazarene University, 2021

  • B.A. in Mathematics

    Southern New Hampshire University, 2018

  • B.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology

    ECPI University, 2015

  • A.A.S. in Air & Space Operations Technology

    Community College of the Air Force, 2013

Books

The Esoteric Theology of Philip K. Dick

edited volume, Bloomsbury 2026

The Legend of Zelda & Religion

forthcoming edited volume, Bloomsbury 2027

The Omega Point of Philip K. Dick

forthcoming, Anti-Oedipus Press 2028