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Helping an embed get ahead

Lessons from SMU’s Perkins School Executive Board for thriving as an embedded school

By Trish Shea

Perkins’ advisory board has helped the school advance the mission and identity of the school.

The Census | Serving members in new ways

The In Trust Center supported a greater number of schools than ever this past year

In a year in review, the In Trust Center has had a “rewarding year.”

Remark(able) | For Board Reflections

Consider how advisory boards can help your school.

Minimizing lame duck syndrome

It’s the board’s responsibility to ensure successful transitions for a new CEO

There are lessons that can help boards and leadership prepare for the inevitable presidential transition

Compassion play

A compelling mash-up of traditional theological formation and novel simulation training is underway at Mundelein Seminary and five other Catholic seminaries. The goal? Integration of theology and empathic maturity.

By Mark Kelly

Mundelein Seminary is leading an innovative program to find new ways to simulate training to help…

Reconfiguration

The digital age has splintered the traditional bricks-and-mortar library, calling into question purpose, mission, and longstanding tradition. Atla is advancing a robust vision predicated on expertise, innovation, and the power of convening.

By Gregg Brekke

The future of libraries is wide open as Atla forges ahead to help schools figure how…

Formation of the shadow sides

How seminaries are addressing student mental health

By Patricia Paddey

Emotional and mental health concerns can contribute to what stirs a person's interest in coming to…

Relics | A wonderous abundance

The Peterson Collection at Wesley Seminary

By Heather Grennan Gary

Seminary’s art collection provides a stunning collection of modern religious art