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Thinking about applying to Perkins School of Theology? Join us for our Starting an Application Webinar on Tuesday, September 9 at 12 p.m. Register today using the link below!⬇️ bit.ly/46m6kdA #PerkinsSMU #Webinar #Admissions #Theology

Students admitted to the on-campus M.Div. for Spring 2026 may be eligible for the Dean’s Fellowship — a $10,000 stipend for those enrolled full-time. Apply by clicking the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/4l3P4OU #PerkinsSMU #Spring26 #Seminary

Happy Labor Day! Offices will be closed all day. Enjoy your day off! #PerkinsSMU #LaborDay

Leading this session is Dr. Michael Beck, a well-recognized voice in the Fresh Expressions movement. Register today by clicking the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/4fV3Wh2 #PerkinsSMU #FreshExpressions #TheologyWebinar

Are you ready to deepen your faith and lead with purpose? We are now accepting applications for 2026! Apply by clicking the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/4l3P4OU #PerkinsSMU #Scholarships #SeminaryScholarships #FinancialAid

The fall semester has officially started! Welcome back, and have a wonderful first day of classes. Share your first-day pics with us! 🤳 #PerkinsSMU #FirstDayofClasses #SeminaryLife

And that's all for Orientation Week! Our incoming class had a sneak peek at what's in store for them as they each embark on their seminary journeys. Give our new students a warm Perkins welcome in the comments! 🥳 #PerkinsSMU #OrientationWeek #SeminaryLife #Recap

Shout out to Calyn Donaldson for being such a great graduate assistant! 🙌 You can learn about her experience at Perkins by clicking the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/3V4oUAq #PerkinsSMU #Seminary #GraduateAssistant

Mark your calendars! 📅 Join Perkins for the installation of Bryan Stone as the Leighton K. Farrell Endowed Dean during our Thursday morning service on October 2. #PerkinsSMU

REMINDER 🚨 Applications for our Certificate in Spiritual Direction (CSD) program close August 15th. Apply now by clicking the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/4kBg33I #PerkinsSMU #SpiritualDirection #Theology

We wish you a happy and safe 4th of July! 🇺🇸 #PerkinsSMU #IndependenceDay #SMU

We’re thrilled to welcome Rev. Dr. Kate Hanch as the new Director of the Baptist House of Studies, starting August 11. Read more about her appointment by clicking the link below: 🔗 bit.ly/4et4sCc #PerkinsSMU #TheologyLeadership #BaptistStudies #SMU

A special moment of recognition for Dean Bryan Stone, who officially transferred his ordination credentials to the United Methodist Church at the New England Annual Conference this weekend. Read more about the significance of this milestone: bit.ly/4kS1Znc. #PerkinsSMU

Welcome home, Dr. Bryan P. Stone, the new Dean of @SMUPerkins. A 1992 Ph.D. alum, Dr. Stone returns with decades of leadership, scholarship & a vision for accessible, inclusive theological education. Read the full announcement about Dean Stone: bit.ly/4jATICS

At Perkins, we are deeply committed to enriching our students' theological education. Join us May 8 for a Dinner and Lecture with Dr. Susanne Scholz: “How to Read the (Hebrew) Bible in the Biotechnofeudal Age.” Seats are limited — RSVP: bit.ly/3EQXPfI

Join Perkins on May 8 for a dinner and lecture with Dr. Susanne Scholz, Professor of Old Testament at Perkins. Explore fresh insights on ancient texts. Seats are limited—reserve yours now! LINK: bit.ly/3EQXPfI

Explore where a Perkins hybrid degree can take you — with courses in Dallas, Waco, Houston & beyond. Join our upcoming info webinar: bit.ly/4jQ9D0u

Perkins Names Distinguished Alumni Award recipients for 2024 and 2025! Read more: bit.ly/421JHI5

Perkins alum Rev. Vanessa Sims (MTS '15) was nationally recognized for restoring the historic Oak Grove Colored - William P. Johnston Cemetery in Graham, TX. Her efforts secured its Texas Historic Site status & a top community engagement award. Read more: bit.ly/43oHoBl