This is "the" guide for people governing theological schools. As the introduction says, "How well a theological school is governed is key to the institution’s overall effectiveness and its fidelity to its mission. In the midst of change and discontinuity, the governing board is the steward that nurtures the purpose and vision of a theological school across the span of time." Download the guide and get started!

Former Fuller Theological Seminary president's rules for fundraising offer prudent and timeless advice.

Young adults don't see mental health the way older generations do. Research by the Springtide Research Institution shows what young people are thinking and how religious leaders can help.

Here are a few resources to help your institution define and discuss shared governance and ensure that everyone has a clear role in stewarding the institution.

Mental health is a struggle that clearly touches the world, ad there are ways that theological educators can help ease the stigma that prevents people from seeking assistance.

When an issue of Trusteeship magazine has the theme of "Institutions in Crisis," you know you're in for some great articles on board governance. Handling crises — whether postponing them, mitigating their effects, or managing the fallout — is a big part of leading an institution. And there are all sorts of events and circumstances that may qualify as a crisis.

At some point every board member will hear arguments for and against tenure, the policy that has been called "the most sacred cow munching on the ivy that covers the towers of academia."

How do your faculty, staff, and administrators experience the culture of your institution?Knowing the answer can help you make improvements that result in lasting benefits and contribute in significant ways to your school's success.

In Trust recently published an article titled "Promising Professor vs. Prominent Pastor," which pointed out that most theological schools hire CEOs who have moved up through the faculty ranks, while a third hire CEOs from leadership positions in their denomination or from the business world.

Effective shared governance is hard work." That's how a new article focusing on shared governance in this month's Trusteeship magazine begins. This is no surprise to anyone familiar with the practice of shared governance, but it's certainly nice to read the words and appreciate that others struggle with the practice too.

After a female faculty member was promoted into seminary leadership, a colleague stopped by her office to congratulate her. But he also asked, "Does this mean the school is in trouble?" It didn't — but the colleague was assuming the theory of the so-called "glass cliff" might be at play.

Theological school boards are responsible for all aspects of the school they serve, including the spiritual formation of their students. But how can boards know for sure whether spiritual formation is being adequately addressed?

According to a 2014 In Trust article by Heidi Schlumpf, "...interim or 'acting' presidents...can be valuable to a seminary, offering stability and continuity, achieving specific – often financial – goals, and providing time to reexamine mission and vision while searching for the most appropriate permanent leader."

Dr. Rebekah Basinger addresses the opportunities and challenges that come with chairing the board of a theological school, which include how to design effective board meetings, enhance board member engagement, and develop the board for long-term effectiveness while giving attention to the board chair and president partnership and the critical importance of call in both roles.

The In Trust Center is pleased to announce a new webinar series focused on change management models. These webinars are presented by rpk GROUP, a national leader in helping institutions create sustainable business models that reflect both mission and market. This series includes two webinars. Webinar 1 provides a change management framework to include best practice for leading change initiatives and common pitfalls to avoid. This session will include a consideration of institutional readiness for change, especially around the use of a strategic finance lens.

This webinar series addresses the basics of change management and adaptive leadership needed to navigate change.

Join consultant Dr. Rebekah Basinger to gain an understanding of shared governance, including definitions, delineations of roles and responsibilities, and strategies for adapting governance practices to your school's new now.

Learn the value of having a trusted advisor and how to select one to meet your needs as a leader.

Join Rev. Matthew Wesley Williams, President of Interdenominational Theological Center, and Rev. Dr. Michael Joseph Brown, President of Payne Theological Seminary, as they discuss how leaders can have transformational conversations with their stakeholders around race and bias.?

Rod Wilson will provide suggestions and practical steps for communicating with care, as well as facilitate peer learning during this webinar.

Learn how to navigate diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus and create an environment for diversity to thrive.

Learn how to deepen awareness of intercultural education in the face of the multicultural community surrounding theological education.

Culture affects performance, engagement, retention, and satisfaction,all of which reflect on the student experience. Learn how to assess culture at your institution.

As advancement strategists, we are called to eliminate a one-size-fits-all fundraising model, but that may require radical changes in how we understand philanthropy and transformative gifts.

Join us for a conversation about creating a culture of generosity in your institution.

Just 13% of CEOs of ATS-accredited schools are women. In Trust Center President Amy Kardash discusses the pathways for women in leadership of theological schools and how boards can help women succeed.

There's a "trust gap" in the American workplace, according to Cory Scheer, Ed.D., the founder and CEO of TrustCentric. Scheer, a former pastor, academic administrator, and leader in business and nonprofits, studied trust as part of his doctoral work. The lessons can help theological schools learn how to improve performance and outcomes in their work.

The rise of conspiracy theories and a lack of trust in institutions in societies have given some leaders in the church pause to consider the impact. In this episode, Rob Saler, Ph.D., of Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, says theological schools can play a role in combatting these issues.

There has been considerable concern about artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in theological higher education, particularly as it relates to cheating. But Greg Henson, president of Kairos University, and Ruth McGillivray, Executive vice president of Northwest Seminary and College, say there's more to it than that. In this episode, they discuss the opportunities for theological schools to explore with AI.

Lilly Endowment Inc.’s Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative is investing millions of dollars in theological education in North America. The Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and the In Trust Center are co-coordinating the initiative, and in this episode, the In Trust Center’s Amy Kardash and the Rev. Dr. Jo Ann Deasy of ATS discuss the emerging trends, interesting projects, and how coordination works.

In this episode, Dr. Jodi Porter discusses how her simple tool came to be and how schools can use it.

In today’s episode, leadership coach Chris Thyberg joins the podcast to share how one-on-one coaching can produce tangible results.

Dorian Persaud, a seasoned employment attorney who works with theological schools, helps organizations anticipate and understand key crisis issues before they happen.

Rev. Dr. Cedrick Von Jackson explains how theological schools can play a vital role in helping people through this mental health crisis.

Dr. David Gyertson, a former university president, consultant, and recruiter, knows what can go wrong in presidential transitions -- and what can go right.

In this week’s episode, we kick off our Consultant Series with Carol Marturano-Becker, founder of IMPACT Learning Inc.

In this week’s episode, we talk with Dr. Rebekah Basinger and Dr. Marsha Foster Boyd.