About TC Ham
TC Ham is a professor of biblical studies at Malone. His research interests in the Hebrew Bible focus on the wisdom literature, particularly the book of Job. In the New Testament, he loves the Gospels, especially John. Born in South Korea and raised in a multicultural home, Ham finds matters related to culture and language fascinating, which informs his research and teaching in the areas of biblical and theological studies. He enjoys classical music, especially attending Cleveland Orchestra concerts and playing his cello. Ham has a grown son and a wife who works in Cleveland as an attorney.
Education
- Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary
- Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary
- B.A., Boston University
AWARDS
- 2015 Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching
Classes I Teach
- Introduction to the Bible
- Introduction to Theology
- Pentateuch
- Gospels
- Major Letters of Paul
- Wisdom & Poetry
- Faith in the World Seminars
- College Experience (First-Year Seminar)
- Honors Seminars
Signature Experiences
- 2013–present, Professor of Biblical Studies, Malone University
- 2015-2021, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies, Malone University
- 2015–2020, Director of Faculty Development, Malone University
- 2013-2015, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies, Malone University
Recent Scholarly Work & Publications
Ham, T. C., & Soza, J. R. (2023). Introducing the Bible to 21st century readers. Linus Learning.
Ham, T. C. (2022). Shalom for all: Toward an Old Testament theology of peace. In S. Graves & M. Graves (Eds.), The gospel of peace in a violent world: Christian nonviolence for communal flourishing (pp. 22–36.) IVP Books.
Ham, T. C. (2016). Songs of brokenness to the healing God. Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care 9(2), 233–246.
Ham, T. C. (2013). The gentle voice of God in Job 38. Journal of Biblical Literature 132(3), 527–541.