Wenxuan Yuan
- Fellowship
- University Presidential Fellowship in Humanities and Social Sciences
- Program
- Theology: PhD
- wyuan1@nd.edu
What is your hometown?
Beijing, People's Republic of China
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Notre Dame?
Before I came to ND, I did my master-level study in Jerusalem.
What obstacles did you overcome to attend Notre Dame?
The fact that ND is less well-known internationally (compared to Ivy League schools)
What do you research?
Hebrew Bible / Old Testament and Ancient Mesopotamian Texts
Which Notre Dame clubs or activities do you enjoy?
Catholic Graduate Community, AMEC Hunger Fighter Network
Do you live on campus or off?
on campus
What do you like to do in your spare time for fun? What hobbies do you enjoy?
Cooking, gardening, painting, watching cat videos
How do you unwind after a long day of work?/How do you practice self-care?
Hanging out with friends
After you graduate, what would you like to do?
teaching in a university
Why did you choose Notre Dame?
top Biblical Studies program; supportive community