Arturo Adame, M.A.
Program Director, STEP
348 Geddes Hall
574.631.8539
aadame@nd.edu
Arturo Adame is the Program Director of the Satellite Theological Education Program (STEP) at the McGrath Institute for Church Life. In this role, he coordinates STEP’s mission to connect the theological formation and expertise of Notre Dame faculty and partner theologians with individuals and communities around the world through online courses and learning communities.
Arturo’s work is shaped by an interdisciplinary background and hands-on experience in formation, program leadership, course development, and building partnerships. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Texas at El Paso and a Master of Arts in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. Prior to joining the McGrath Institute, Arturo served as Programs Coordinator at the Tepeyac Institute in the Diocese of El Paso and as the Coordinator for the Philosophy Program at the Instituto Diocesano de Teología in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, where he taught courses in philosophy and theology.
Originally from the border region of El Paso, Texas, and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, Arturo has served the Church in diverse contexts of formation. His work is shaped by a commitment to bridge-building across cultures, communities, and experiences, particularly in border contexts. He lives near campus with his wife and enjoys visiting bookstores, drinking coffee, and playing the drums.