DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Juliana Sexauer is a JD-Ph.D. student in the Religious Studies department. Born and raised on traditional Dena’ina lands (Anchorage, Alaska), Juliana’s research explores the ways in which Western Christianity and American legal systems influence one another, as well as their impacts on Alaska Native communities. Juliana received her B.A. in Religious Studies and International Relations from Pacific Lutheran University in 2021. When she is not in class, Juliana can be found hanging out with her dog, Luna, and husband, Jack. Juliana’s advisor is Elizabeth Shakman-Hurd.