The Theological School offers alumni/ae many opportunities to stay connected and engaged in the life of the University. Check out the calendar of events for activities open to all alumni/ae. Click on the links below for those specific to Theological alumni/ae, or call the Office of Alumni/ae Relations for more information at (973) 408-3229.
The Drew University Theological School Alumni/ae Association (TAA) was formed to promote the interests of the Theological School of Drew University, to establish and maintain mutually beneficial relations between the alumni/ae and the Theological School, and to support the University in its pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, and public service by developing strong bonds of loyalty between alumni/ae and the University by promoting the stature of Drew University, and by encouraging efforts to provide lifelong learning.
Theo Spirit
The Theo Spirit is a semi-annual publication of the Drew University Theological School. It is part of our effort to keep the Theological School alumni/ae a part of us by resonating the spirit which abides from the Drew seminary community.
Upcoming Events
- Classes Without Quizzes: Developing Volunteer Leadership
Keynote Speaker: Rev. Johnnie McCann, Pastor, St. Luke Baptist Church, New York; Adjunct Faculty, Drew Theological School; Rev. Carole McCallum, Retired UM Elder, Greater NJ Annual Conference; Adjunct Faculty, Drew Theological School
When: November 20, 2009, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Seminary Hall
Cost: $10 per workshop (local clergy); $25 for semester series; Free – Drew Seminarians
CEU are available for the completion of all three Fridays (additional cost of $35)
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Theological School Reception at Society of Biblical Literature
When: November 22, 2009
Where: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel & New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, LA
For more information, contact Melissa Fuest at (973) 408-3695 or mfuest@drew.edu
- Theological School: Lessons and Carols
When: December 3, 2009
Where: Seminary Hall
Time: 5:30 p.m. Dinner / 7:00 p.m. Program
Alumni/ae, students, faculty, staff, and their families will gather to share in the start of the holiday season.
To RSVP, click here or contact Office of Alumni Relations at (973) 408-3229 or alumni@drew.edu
- Seminary Saturdays: Ministry of Presence/ Observing Christmas: Cross-Cultural Challenges for Religious Pluralism
Keynote Speakers: Cynthia Bailey-Manns, Certified Spiritual Director, Campus Ministries, Seton Hall University; Jesse Terry Todd, Associate Professor of American Religious Studies
When: December 5, 2009, from 8:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Seminary Hall
Cost: $500.00 church membership; $100.00 individual membership; $70.00 Continuing education units are available for completion of all six; Saturdays; $25.00 per person, per individual workshop/three workshops for $60.00
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Justpeace Center for Mediation and Conflict Transformation Training:
Engage Conflict Well: The Spirit and Art of Conflict Transformation
When: January 11, 2010
Cost: Free: Drew Seminarians; $225.00 - Drew alumni and Shalom groups; $300.00 - Community Fellows
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Industrial Areas Foundation Regional Training: Leadership Skills for Community Organization
When: January 18, 2010
Cost: Free: Drew Seminarians; $225.00 - Drew alumni and Shalom groups; $300.00 - Community Fellows
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Seminary Saturdays: Spirituality of Joy
Topic: The U.S. Religious Landscape II: Religion and Ecology
Keynote Speakers: Angela Son, Associate Professor of Psychology and Religion;
Laurel Kearns, Associate Professor of Sociology of Religion and Environmental Studies
When: February 6, 2010, from 8:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Seminary Hall
Cost: $500.00 church membership; $100.00 individual membership; $70.00 Continuing education units are available for completion of all six; Saturdays;
$25.00 per person, per individual workshop/three workshops for $60.00
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Seminary Saturdays: Celtic Spirituality
Topic: The Bible and Homosexuality
Keynote Speakers: Catherine Peyroux, Associate Professor of the History of Christianity; Steven Moore, Professor of New Testament Studies
When: March 6, 2010, from 8:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Seminary Hall
Cost: $500.00 church membership; $100.00 individual membership; $70.00 Continuing education units are available for completion of all six; Saturdays;
$25.00 per person, per individual workshop/three workshops for $60.00
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
- Seminary Saturdays: Sabbath as a Spiritual Practice
Topic: Ethical responses to Economic Crises in Our Communities
Keynote Speakers: Nancy Lynne Westfield, Associate Professor of Religious Education, Charles Behm, Adjunct Faculty on Spirituality;
Traci West, Professor of Ethics and African American Studies
When: April 17, 2010, from 8:30 a.m - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Seminary Hall
Cost: $500.00 church membership; $100.00 individual membership; $70.00 Continuing education units are available for completion of all six; Saturdays;
$25.00 per person, per individual workshop/three workshops for $60.00
For more information, contact Nancy VanderVeen at (973) 408-3084 or nvanderveen@drew.edu
Drew Theological School Center for Continuing Education invites you to enter into the possibility of transformation by the renewing of your minds. Whether you're seeking CEUs or searching to mine the intellectual depths of your faith, Drew provides a rich, nurturing context in which to broaden your thinking. Click here for additional information.
*Please note, to register online you will need to log on to DREWnet, Drew's secure online community. If you have already signed on to DREWnet, use your current username and password to access the system. If you have not logged on to DREWnet, click on the "First Time User" link and enter your first and last name and your identification number. To receive your id number, please call Alumni Relations.
For on-campus events: Individuals needing assistance should contact the Housing, Conference and Hospitality Office at (973) 408-3103 at least five working days prior to the event to ensure proper accommodations.
