I am currently serving as an
Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Information Systems at
Murray State University.
After more than a decade as a senior software engineer and technology leader, I entered academia to unite software engineering, artificial intelligence, ethics, teams leadership and human formation.
​
My scholarship explores how emerging technologies shape decision-making, responsibility, and the human condition. Grounded in both rigorous technical practice and a tradition that harmonizes faith and reason, I study how we educate future computer scientists to design and deploy technology wisely.
​
I teach because forming principled builders of technology is not simply a profession, it is my calling.
.jpg)
Experience
Researcher
Dr. Owen has led groundbreaking research projects in the fields of historical theology, computer science, and artificial intelligence, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and technology.
Educator
As an educator, Dr. Owen has shared his expertise with aspiring minds, nurturing a new wave of talent in the realm of theology, computer science, and AI.
Mentor
His role as a mentor has been pivotal in shaping the academic careers of numerous students, instilling in them a passion for learning and growth.
Speaker
Dr. Owen is a sought-after international speaker, presenting at leading academic and technology conferences across the globe. From the innovation hub of Bangalore, India, to cultural forums in Dublin, Ireland, and interdisciplinary gatherings in Belize, his talks bridge theology, ethics, and artificial intelligence. Known for his dynamic and thought-provoking keynotes, Dr. Owen engages diverse audiences with a vision for a just, ethical, and faith-rooted future.
Author
With a vast array of publications in renowned academic journals, Dr. Owen's work has contributed significantly to the academic discourse in theology, computer science, and AI. Several of Dr. Owen's books connect the culture and history of family genealogies with the development of theology to drive the decisions for the development of the future AI world.
Master Martial Hall of Fame
Prior to academia and technology Dr Owen lived a very different life. One where he dedicated himself to the mastery of martial arts such as Taekwondo, JuiJitsu, TaiChi, QiGong, and KravMaga. His lifetime of martial arts training culminated with the Award of the Master Instructor title and over 25 years of martial arts school ownership and operation.
Research & Thought Leadership
Pioneering ethical conversations in AI, pedagogy, and theology. Dr. Owen’s scholarship spans biometrics, AI ethics, vocational theology, and computing education. His work has been published and presented internationally—from Elsevier and ICUFN to AI & Society and BJET.
International Speaker
Bridging borders through keynote talks and collaborative faculty development. Dr. Owen has delivered invited talks on AI and education in India, Belize, and across the U.S., including faculty development workshops, leadership summits, and cross-cultural presentations on tech and faith.
Software & Systems Impact
Developing tools that serve governments, classrooms, and church communities. From Kentucky courthouse accounting systems (Titus) to AI-driven HR platforms (Racer-One), Dr. Owen’s software innovations reflect both technical excellence and social relevance
Faith-led Vocational Service
Two decades of ministry and faith formation—from martial arts mats to church pulpits. Dr. Owen has taught middle school Bible studies, pastored churches, led planting teams, and now serves through Catholic OCIA. His books and lectures connect sacred calling to digital-age challenges.
Author & Public Intellectual
Helping Christians navigate the tension between calling, career, and code. Dr. Owen is the author of Called Not Hired, Spirit-Led Vocation, and Biblical Technology, with a growing audience through books, podcasts, and social media sparking conversations about faith, AI, and future work.
Innovative Teaching Excellence
Transforming classrooms through AI, software development, and student mentorship. A dynamic educator at Murray State University, Dr. Owen has delivered 9+ courses in AI, web development, and OOP—while leading student research on machine learning, gaming, and tech ethics.