Religion and Media Program

Garrett-Evangelical President Philip Amerson and Northwestern University President Morton Schapiro speaking at the Religion and Media Program.

Preaching in the Age of Globalization

Rev. Dr. Eunjoo Mary Kim leading a workshop at Garrett-Evangelical's Styberg Preaching Institute's conference, "Preaching in the Age of Globalization."

Conference participants listening to Rev. Dr. Kim's lecture.

President Amerson Recieves the Eliza Garrett Distinguished Service Award

Dr. Lallene Rector, academic dean and vp of academic affairs, and the Leadership Team present Garrett-Evangelical President Philip Amerson with the Eliza Garrett Distinguished Service Award for his exceptional leadership and vision at Garrett-Evangelical over the last 5 years.

Commencement 2011

Faculty, Bishops, Trustees, and the graduates process in for the 154th Commencement of Garrett-Evangelical Theology Seminary at First United Methodist Church in Evanston, IL. Congratulations to our wonderful graduates!

The Class of 2011 looking very sharp in their cap, gowns, and hoods. More photos of the 2011 Commencement can be seen here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150207755002745.322807.30188542744

Senior Chapel

Kathy Abend (G-E, 2011) was chosen by her classmates to be this year's Senior Chapel preacher. The Senior Chapel service is designed by the graduating class and is a wonderful sending off for our graduates. More photos of the Senior Chapel service can be seen here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150201832587745.320905.30188542744

Reconsecration of Loder and Stead Halls

(from left to right) UMC Bishop Hee-Soo Jung, UMC Bishop Donald Ott (GTS, 1965), UMC Bishop Sharon Rader (G-E, 1976), and AME Bishop Philip Cousin Sr. offered the litany of blessing at the reconsecration service for Loder and Stead Halls. More photos can be seen here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150201890912745.320927.30188542744

Class of 2011 and Class of 1961

Garrett-Evangelical's Class of 2011 outside of First United Methodist Church of Evanston, IL.

Members of the Class of 1961 came back to Garrett-Evangelical for their 50th reunion.

Concerts of Celebration!

Graduation Week at Garrett-Evangelical kicked off with two Concerts of Celebration for the newly renovated Loder and Stead Halls. On Wed., Garrett-Evangelical PhD student, Rev. Cynthia Wilson, dazzled students, faculty, staff, and trustees with an amazing concert. More photos can be seen on our Facebook album here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150201799332745.320897.30188542744

The Concerts of Celebration continued on Thursday with renowned keyboardist, Edward Spytek. Photos of his concert can also be seen on the Facebook album linked above.

Garrett-Evangelical Black Seminarians Banquet

President Amerson (far right) recognizing the Center for the Black Experience (CBE) faculty at the 2011 Garrett-Evangelical Black Seminarians (GEBS) Banquet. Left to Right: Dr. Drew Smith, Dr. Cheryl Anderson, Dr. Stephen Ray, Dr. Reginald Blount, Dr. Gennifer Brooks.

Farewell Gathering for David Ahn

President Amerson offers a prayer at the farewell gathering for David Ahn, administrative coordinator for The Institute for Transformative Leaders and Communities at Garrett-Evangelical, as he prepares to leave for a new position as Lead Pastor for English Ministry and Youth at the First Korean Church in Tarrytown, NY.

Youth Gang Violence Workshop

Garrett-Evangelical students, faculty, and staff attending a workshop on youth gang violence at Garrett-Evangelical and put together by Garrett-Evangelical's Center for the Church and the Black Experience, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, and Metro-Chicago religion scholars.

Plus Progam

Rev. Jim Haun, Managing Director of ITLC, and DMin Student, Bishop Mawia, at Kellogg School of Management for the second session of the Plus Program. You can find more information about the Plus Program at www.transformativeleaders.org

Chalice, Patten, and Popcorn?

Garrett-Evangelical's Order of Saint Luke's Patten and Chalice arrived packed in REAL popcorn. Now that's not something you see everyday!

Honors Chapel

A number of Garrett-Evangelical students were presented with awards in Tuesday's Honors Chapel.

(from left to right) Krista McNeil, Margaret Hallen, and Dean Rector present awards to students during the Honors Chapel.