Dr. Jerry Hwang: Language, Culture, and Calling – A Conversation with Regent’s New Academic Dean

In this conversation, we introduce our new Academic Dean, Dr. Jerry Hwang, who shares his journey to Regent College and discusses his diverse background in IT, pastoral work, and academia. He emphasizes the importance of cultural context in education, the role of language in understanding the Bible and theology, and the influence of the Old Testament on Western culture. Dr. Hwang understands systems, institutions and people, as well as many languages and cultures. Jerry urges students to care for their whole selves throughout their studies and emphasizes the importance of building relationships within the academic community, cautioning against knowledge acquisition at the expense of relational health and collegiality.Jerry's BioRev. Dr. Jerry Hwang joined the Regent College faculty as Academic Dean and Professor of Old Testament in October 2025. He previously served as an Associate Professor of Theology at Trinity Christian College in the Chicago area. From 2010 to 2023, he served as a missionary with OMF International, seconded to Singapore Bible College, first as a faculty member and later as Academic Dean. Before beginning his academic career, Dr. Hwang worked as an IT professional and as a pastor in both Chinese and multicultural churches. Jerry has published widely in Old Testament and theological studies, with an emphasis on the Pentateuch and prophetic literature, mission studies, and the contextualization of biblical theology in Asian contexts. He has written commentaries on Hosea and Jeremiah, and is currently working on a commentary on Job. Regent College PodcastThanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social MediaFacebookInstagramYoutubeKeep in TouchRegent CollegeThe Regent VineSummer ProgramsRegent College NewsletterSupport UsGive Back