Asma T. Uddin is a legal scholar specializing in constitutional law, with a particular focus on FirstAmendment issues, religious liberty, and international human rights. Her research explores the intersection of law, religion, and political polarization in the United States, examining how constitutional culture can be fostered through judicial rhetoric and public discourse.
Uddin’s scholarship has appeared in leading law reviews, including the William & Mary Law Review, Notre Dame Law Review, and BYU Law Review. She is also the author of two books: The Politics of Vulnerability: Today’s Threat to Religion and Religious Freedom (2021) and When Islam Is Not a Religion: Inside America’s Fight for Religious Freedom (2019). These works reflect her broader interest in the challenges facing religious minorities and the role of law in protecting religious freedom.
In addition to her academic work, Uddin has contributed to policy papers for institutions such as the U.S. Institute of Peace and the Brookings Institution. Her expertise in religious liberty and constitutional law has made her a sought-after speaker at academic symposia and international forums.
Uddin received her J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School, where she was a member of The University of Chicago Law Review.