Press & Media

As a historically innovative seminary, CTS has a number of press-worthy events and stories each year. We welcome the Media to this page and invite you to learn more about the progressive institution that is Chicago Theological Seminary.

Below, you will find assets and releases about recent happenings at CTS. Please feel free to help yourself to these materials. Also, feel free to follow up for a more in-depth conversation.

Feb 242024
Chicago Theological Seminary to Host Discussion on Religion and Justice with Christian and Secular Humanist Scholars at Annual LaCocque Interreligious Lecture
Annual Spring Lecture Brings Diverse Life Stances Together to Engage Philosophical and Theological Questions That Inform Our Politics and Sense of What it Means to Be Human CHICAGO (February 23, 2024) — Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that […]
Feb 82024
CTS ANNOUNCES 2024 RABBI HERMAN E. SCHAALMAN INTERRELIGIOUS LEADERSHIP AWARD
CHICAGO (February 8, 2024) – The InterReligious Institute at Chicago Theological Seminary is proud to announce the awarding of the 2024 Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Award to Mr. Gabriel Weiss to be presented at the annual André LaCocque Lecture on […]
Jan 52024
CTS Launches Jesse Jackson Oral History Project
Project highlights Rev. Jackson and other leaders of the Chicago Civil Rights Movement CHICAGO–In 1965, Rev. Jesse Jackson launched Operation Breadbasket (which later became Operation PUSH), a movement to help formally organize Chicago ministers to promote more employment opportunities for […]
Dec 182023
Chicago Theological Seminary Centers Clergy Wellness in New Grant
Lilly Endowment Inc. will sponsor program focused on helping clergy to rest and improve their physical health while embracing a culture of wellness. CHICAGO–Leadership Education aims to create lasting change in U.S. congregations by supporting Christian leaders and the institutions […]
Apr 262023
Chicago Theological Seminary Hires Rev. Dr. Kamilah Hall Sharp as Director of Doctor of Ministry in Public Ministry Program
CHICAGO–Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce the hiring of Rev. Dr. Kamilah Hall Sharp as Director of the Doctor of Ministry in Public Ministry Program and Assistant Professor of Hebrew Bible and Public Ministry.   Kamilah Hall Sharp […]
Mar 242023
2023 Morgan Preaching and Sanderson Awards
CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY ANNOUNCES THE 2023 G. CAMPBELL MORGAN PREACHING AWARD AND SANDERSON AWARD FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP CHICAGO—Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is proud to announce the Rev. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan Award for excellence in preaching 2023 recipient: Olivia […]
Mar 142023
2023 Interfaith Trolley and Iftar
INTERRELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS CONVENE FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL CHICAGO INTERFAITH TROLLEY TOUR FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kim Schultz Coordinator of Creative Initiatives, the InterReligious Instititue at Chicago Theological Seminary [email protected] | 646-642-6957  CHICAGO – This April, a number of religions’ holy […]
Feb 252023
CTS Announces Podcast About Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Season 3 of “Our 7 Neighbors” will detail the birth of the civil rights movement in Chicago CHICAGO (February 25, 2023) — Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) today announced the upcoming release of season 3 of its popular podcast, “Our 7 […]
Feb 82023
CTS Announces 2023 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Leadership Award
The InterReligious Institute at Chicago Theological Seminary is proud to announce the awarding of the 2023 Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Award to Mr. Jamel M. Garrett. Jamel is from Racine, Wisconsin by way of Yazoo City, Mississippi and is the […]
Oct 62022
2023 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Leadership Award
Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman dedicated his life to building interreligious relationships in order to bring about greater justice and mercy. In honor of his life and memory, students are invited to submit a paper detailing a community issue or concern […]
Aug 162022
2022-23 Academic Notices
During the 2022-2023 academic year, CTS implements a new calendar based on a tri-term model. This new Tri-Term Academic Calendar is designed to help new students begin their coursework earlier while providing more opportunities for students to engage core faculty […]
Aug 32022
CTS Announces Fully Online Doctor of Ministry Degree
Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) will begin offering an online Doctor of Ministry (DMin) degree in Fall 2023. The DMin degree is a three-year, thirty-credit advanced program focusing on public ministry. CTS’s progressive Mission and Commitments will provide the philosophical and […]
Jun 222022
CTS and the CARES Act Year 3
Chicago Theological Seminary has signed and returned to the Department of Education the required CARES Act Certification and Agreement documents and will use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to […]
May 192022
Chicago Theological Seminary Announces Dr. Brad R. Braxton as 14th President
New president, a religious studies scholar and public theologian, will helm historically progressive seminary CHICAGO—Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Brad R. Braxton as the 14th President of the historically progressive seminary. “The CTS […]
May 162022
Statement on the Racist Shootings in Buffalo
In the wake of the horrific, hate-fueled shooting in Buffalo, NY, our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and the entire community. Time and time again, we have seen the toll racism and white supremacy take on our […]
May 42022
CTS Statement on the Leaked Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade
The leaked draft of a SCOTUS ruling overturning Roe v. Wade represents a historic disaster for human rights and reproductive freedom. If enacted, this ruling will cause disturbing and tragic effects and will endanger pregnant people and abortion seekers. At […]
Mar 302022
CTS Announces the Hire of Dr. Kameelah Mu’Min Rashad
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2022 CHICAGO–Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kameelah Mu’Min Rashad as Assistant Professor of Psychology and Muslim Studies, beginning July 1. Dr. Mu’Min Rashad has spent the last year […]
Mar 182022
CTS COVID-19 Policy (Winter/Spring 2022)
Booster and Updated COVID Guidance – Winter/Spring 2022 Dear friends, We want to thank you for your adherence to our guidelines for COVID-19, and this has helped us keep everyone safe during the 2021 Fall semester. We are closely monitoring […]
Mar 162022
2022 Interfaith Trolley and Iftar Dinner
SOUTH SIDE INTERRELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS CONVENE FOR THE “CHICAGO INTERFAITH TROLLEY TOUR” CELEBRATING THE HISTORIC HOLY MONTH OF APRIL FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kim Schultz | [email protected] | 646-642-6957 Hind Makki | [email protected] | 708-285-0455 MARCH 17, 2022 CHICAGO – This April, […]
Feb 252022
Statement Affirming LGBTQIA+ Rights
CTS is proud as an institution to support LGBTQIA+ individuals and affirm their right not only to exist but to thrive. We have been dismayed and angered by the recent spate of bills currently being debated in several state legislatures […]
Jan 192022

CONTACT Brendan Diamond Director of Communications P: 312-619-1733 | E: [email protected] CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY AWARDS GRANT FOR INTERRELIGIOUS WORK Award named after local interreligious leader goes to remote student in small-town New York CHICAGO–Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is excited to […]
Oct 92021
CTS and the CARES Act Year 2
Chicago Theological Seminary has signed and returned to the Department of Education the required CARES Act Certification and Agreement documents and will use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to […]
Sep 292021
Chad Schwickerath Named Permanent Vice President for Advancement
Chicago Theological Seminary is proud to announce that Chad R. Schwickerath has been named  the seminary’s permanent Vice President for Advancement. Schwickerath has held the title of Interim Vice President since April 2021; the move to make him permanent was […]
Sep 22021
Dr. Marsha Foster Boyd to Lead Chicago Theological Seminary on an Interim Basis, replacing retiring president, Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brendan Diamond Director of Communications Chicago Theological Seminary P: 773.896.2435 | E: [email protected] September 2, 2021 CHICAGO—The Board of Trustees of Chicago Theological Seminary has appointed Dr. Marsha Foster Boyd as Interim President of the institution. Dr. Boyd replaces Rev. […]
Aug 22021
Dr. Stephen G. Ray Announces Retirement from CTS Presidency
CHICAGO – August 3, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary president, Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr. announced his retirement from CTS, effective August 31st. Rev. Dr. Marsha Foster Boyd, Ph.D. will serve as interim president while the organization begins an […]
Jul 272021
CTS Welcomes New Writing Center Paraprofessional
CHICAGO – July 26, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the hire of Clara Mitchell as Writing Center Paraprofessional. Ms. Mitchell is responsible for delivery of writing services and assisting the Learning Commons with the coordination of […]
Jul 222021
Rabbi Dr. Rachel Mikva Appointed Interim Academic Dean
CHICAGO – July 22, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary gratefully announces the appointment of Rabbi Dr. Rachel Mikva as the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs & Academic Dean at CTS, effective July 1, 2021. The Board of Trustees and […]
Jul 132021
Academic Matters 2021/22 from the Interim Dean
Dear Friends, We are making the first steps toward a return to normal—whatever that means. COVID-19 vaccines have begun to transform our lives, even though physical distancing, masks, and handwashing still order our days. We are also acutely aware of […]
Jul 132021
CTS Covid-19 Policy – Updated March 27, 2023
Vaccinations Following the lifting of the vaccine mandate for institutions of higher education in Illinois, beginning on August 15, 2022, Chicago Theological Seminary will no longer require proof of vaccination and boosters for students, staff, and faculty. Though vaccines are […]
Jun 102021
Chicago Theological Seminary announces Rev. Dr. Heesung Hwang as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Education and Public Ministry
Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Dr. Heesung Hwang as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Education and Public Ministry. Dr. Hwang recently completed a two-year term as a Louisville Institute Postdoctoral Fellow at CTS. She […]
Jun 102021
CTS Announces Faculty Appointment of Rev. Dr. Heesung Hwang
CHICAGO – June 9, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Dr. Heesung Hwang as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Education and Public Ministry. Dr. Hwang recently completed a two-year term as a Louisville […]
May 202021
Departure of Professor Lakisha Lockhart
CHICAGO, May 19, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary announces the departure of Lakisha Lockhart, Assistant Professor of Practical Theology. Dr. Lockhart leaves CTS to join the faculty of Union Presbyterian Seminary. In her short time here, she became well-loved by […]
May 142021
A Call to Action in Israel and Palestine
CHICAGO- May 14, 2021 As people of faith, we watched in horror when Israeli police mounted an assault on the Al-Aqsa compound while tens of thousands of Muslims gathered to observe Ramadan. We opposed attempts to change the status quo […]
Apr 272021
CTS Honors Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient for 2021
Chicago Theological Seminary Honors Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient Robinson Lapp CHICAGO – APRIL 27, 2021  On May 5, CTS will honor the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award. The annual award is an opportunity for the community to gather together […]
Apr 232021
Statement on Police Killings of Black and Brown Citizens
Chicago – April 23, 2021 – We live in a world in which perfect justice is more than illusory. It is impossible. This means that for every victory in the cause of a just world, we have reason for celebration. […]
Apr 212021
CTS ANNOUNCES SPRING AWARDS
CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY ANNOUNCES THE G. CAMPBELL MORGAN PREACHING AWARD, THE SANDERSON AWARD FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP, & THE CASTANEDA–JENNINGS AWARD CHICAGO – APRIL 20, 2021 Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is proud to announce the Rev. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan Award […]
Apr 72021
CTS Announces Dr. Kameelah Mu’min Rashad as Visiting Assistant Professor Of Psychology and Muslim Studies
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHICAGO – APRIL 7, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Kameelah Mu’Min Rashad as visiting faculty to CTS. Mu’Min Rashad will serve as Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology and Muslim […]
Apr 62021
CTS Welcomes Guest Lecturer & Author Melissa M. Wilcox To The Annual Castañeda-Jennings Lecture
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kim Schultz, Interim Director of Communications EMAIL: [email protected] CHICAGO – APRIL 2, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary welcomes guest lecturer and author, Dr. Melissa M. Wilcox to the annual Castañeda-Jennings Lecture and Award. This year, we […]
Mar 262021
CTS Welcomes Kamal Sinclair for Annual Public Square Lecture
CHICAGO – March 26, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) pleased to announce the guest lecturer for the annual PUBLIC SQUARE LECTURE held this year on April 15, 2021. Kamal Sinclair will present a lecture titled “Making a New Reality […]
Mar 252021
CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY EMERGES ANEW
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kim Schultz, Interim Director of Communications: [email protected] CHICAGO- March 24, 2021 With spring and Covid vaccines in sight, Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is beginning to emerge from the year of solitude. With the reflection this year […]
Mar 182021
Statement on the Murders in Atlanta
CHICAGO – March 18, 2021 – The Chicago Theological Seminary community stands in solidarity with the Asian/Asian American community during this time of unbearable grief. The targeted killings of six Asian women in Atlanta was horrific and reveals the lethal flood […]
Feb 112021
Jeff/Lisa Simpson Awarded the 2021 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award
Contact: Lisa Zook, Chief Strategic Officer and Director of the Interreligious Institute Email: [email protected]   CHICAGO–February 10, 2021 – Chicago Theological Seminary has awarded Jeff/Lisa Simpson the 2021 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award. The award is an initiative […]
Jan 82021
Statement on the Insurrection Staged at the United States Capitol
January 7, 2021 Chicago Theological Seminary President Stephen G. Ray   A bedrock value that has animated Chicago Theological Seminary since our founding has been an unwavering commitment to a vision of America as a just society. Our vision of […]
Oct 302020
The 2020 Election
A message from CTS President Stephen Ray: The United States of America is a political reality which is among the most powerful nations in human history. By dint of geography and the contingency of history, our nation is a military, […]
Aug 292020
CTS and the CARES Act Year 1
Chicago Theological Seminary has signed and returned to the Department of Education the required CARES Act Certification and Agreement documents and will use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to […]
Jul 232020
Fall 2020 Academic Matters
Out of concern for the health and safety of students, staff and faculty during this COVID-19 pandemic and in our efforts to deliver a stellar educational experience, CTS will employ a hybrid course modality for Fall 2020. This will be […]
Jul 92020
CTS Welcomes Karen Walker as Chief Financial Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Steve McFarland, Chief Communications Officer, [email protected] Chicago Theological Seminary has announced that Karen Walker will join the seminary as its new Chief Financial Officer. Walker has led a successful career in finance in both the educational and […]
Jun 272020
Jesse Jackson Mini-Symposium
June 2020 Chicago Theological Seminary recently hosted a Juneteenth online mini-symposium focused on the ministry-activism of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., one of the seminary’s most distinguished and prolific alumni. The conversations covered everything from the early days of the Chicago Breadbasket Movement […]
Jun 52020
Chicago Theological Seminary Professor Lee H. Butler to Join Phillips Theological Seminary
Chicago Theological Seminary has announced that Lee H. Butler, Jr., Distinguished Service Professor of Theology & Psychology, will leave the seminary this summer to become Vice-President of Academic Affairs and Academic Dean, William Tabbernee Chair of the History of Religions, […]
Jun 12020
President Ray’s Message on Black Lives Matter
June 1, 2020 Greetings in the key of hope. We find ourselves at what is clearly a moment of turning within our society. Our society and everyone in it stand at the intersection of plague and economic calamity, all the […]
May 272020
NEW PODCAST AIMS TO COMBAT ISLAMOPHOBIA AND XENOPHOBIA
Against COVID-19 backdrop and xenophobia toward Asian Americans, episodes offer voices for social transformation CHICAGO, Ill. – The InterReligious Institute at the Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) has launched “Our 7 Neighbors,” a seven-episode podcast that shares the candid experiences of […]
May 62020
Chicago Theological Seminary recognizes Zaynab Shahar with distinguished Sanderson Award for Women in Leadership
CONTACT: Steve McFarland, Chief Communications Officer, [email protected] Chicago Theological Seminary today recognized Zaynab Shahar with the prestigious Judith Sanderson Award for Women in Leadership. Shahar is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree at CTS with a focus on queer-feminist […]
Apr 22020
Chicago Theological Seminary Remembers Theodore W Jennings, Jr., Professor of Biblical and Constructive Theology Emeritus
Chicago Theological Seminary is lamenting the death of the iconic Rev. Theodore W. Jennings, Jr., Professor of Biblical and Constructive Theology Emeritus. Jennings was a guiding force in the growth of the seminary for many decades. Jennings first served on […]
Apr 12020
Wednesday Weekly Reflections
In these challenging times, it’s vital that the CTS community remain strong, supportive, and connected. To that end, President Stephen Ray will begin hosting Wednesday Reflections via online videoconferencing. Alumni, students, staff, faculty, and friends are all invited to attend […]
Mar 202020
A Message from CTS President Stephen Ray
March 20, 2020 My dear siblings in the family of God, I trust this note finds you knowing some moments of calm in the midst of the unfolding uncertainty. I am writing to share some thoughts about the current situation […]
Mar 122020
Fear and Faith: On Coronavirus
Rabbi Rachel S. Mikva, Ph.D. Herman Schaalman Chair in Jewish Studies Senior Faculty Fellow, InterReligious Institute Chicago Theological Seminary March 12, 2020 The coronavirus is spreading. Fear is spreading even faster, and it may be deadlier. Asians around the world […]
Feb 52020
Chicago Theological Seminary welcomes renowned scholar in practical theology, Lakisha R. Lockhart
Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce that Professor Lakisha R. Lockhart will join the CTS faculty as Assistant Professor of Practical Theology effective July 1, 2020. Lockhart describes herself as a “southern lady hailing from Columbus, GA by […]
Feb 52020
Chicago Theological Seminary welcomes renowned scholar in LatinX Studies and Religion, José Francisco Morales Torres
Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce that Professor José Francisco Morales Torres will join the faculty as Assistant Professor of Latinx Studies and Religion effective July 1, 2020. Morales is a historical and comparative theologian who places historical […]
Jan 242020
CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY WELCOMES STEVEN MCFARLAND AS CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is proud to announce the appointment of Steven McFarland as Chief Communications Officer, effective January 27, 2020. McFarland brings extensive experience in higher education marketing, communications, and theology. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in […]
Jan 62020
Tina Shelton Joins CTS as its New Registrar
Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce that Tina Shelton will be joining the CTS community as its new Registrar effective January 6, 2020. Ms. Shelton was the Associate Registrar and PhD Coordinator at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and brings […]
Dec 112019
Julie Britton Awarded the 2020 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award
CHICAGO–December 09, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary awarded Julie Payne Britton the 2020 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award. The award is an initiative of the InterReligious Institute (IRI) at CTS where Britton is a master of divinity student, and honors the […]
Nov 212019
NOTED PEACEMAKER AND SCHOLAR—PROFESSOR NAJEEBA SYEED—TO JOIN FACULTY OF CHICAGO THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
CHICAGO- November 21, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce that Professor Najeeba Syeed will be joining the CTS faculty as Associate Professor in Muslim and Interreligious Studies effective July 1, 2020. Currently serving as Associate Professor of […]
Nov 12019
Audrey Williams-Lee Joins Board at Chicago Theological Seminary
CHICAGO- October 28, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to welcome Audrey Williams-Lee, SVP Human Resources, Talent Acquisition & Philanthropy at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, to its Board of Trustees. “My focus on making a difference through serving others and belief […]
Jul 52019
CTS, Bayan Claremont announce new academic partnership
CHICAGO – July 5, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary and Bayan Claremont, an Islamic graduate school at Claremont School of Theology in Claremont, California, have entered into a new academic partnership to offer both master of divinity (MDiv) degrees with […]
Jun 122019
CTS Receives Approval to Offer Accredited Master of Sacred Theology Degree Completely Online
CHICAGO- June 12, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) received approval from The Association of Theological Schools to offer a Master of Sacred Theology (STM) degree entirely online. This approval makes CTS the only seminary in the country where students […]
Jun 42019
Heesung Hwang joins CTS Faculty as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Education
CHICAGO- June 4, 2019  – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Dr. Heesung Hwang, children’s pastor, ordained deacon, author, and scholar, as visiting assistant professor of religious education. Dr. Hwang, who was awarded the prestigious […]
May 82019
Carole Browe Segal to Receive Honorary Degree From Chicago Theological Seminary; Rev. Susan B. Thistlethwaite, PhD Named Commencement Speaker
CHICAGO – May 8, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s (CTS) 2019 Commencement exercises will introduce the next generation of leaders, thought provokers, pastors, religious scholars, and community leaders. Crate & Barrel co-founder and CTS Trustee Carole Browe Segal will receive an […]
Apr 162019
CTS to celebrate life and legacy of G. Campbell Morgan with Public Worship and Preaching Award Ceremony
CHICAGO- April 16, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary will celebrate the life and legacy of evangelist, preacher, Bible teacher, author, and alumnus Rev. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan (DD 1902) at a public chapel service to be held at the Hyde […]
Mar 42019
CEO of Chicago History Museum Named to CTS Board of Trustees
CHICAGO- March 4, 2019 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s (CTS) Board of Trustees welcomed its newest member, Gary T. Johnson, President of the Chicago History Museum at the February 7-8 meeting. “I am humbled to know that I can help out […]
Feb 62019
Life & Legacy of Kenneth B. Smith, Sr., Chicago Public Leader and Former President of Chicago Theological Seminary to be Honored at February Lecture
CHICAGO-
 February
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 2019 – Join Chicago Theological Seminary and the CTS Center for the Study of Black Faith & Life as we honor the life and service of the legendary Chicago community leader, and former CTS President, the
 late […]
Dec 62018
Retired Chicago Public Schools Educator-Turned-Graduate-Student Awarded InterReligious Leadership Award
CHICAGO – December 6, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary awarded Susan Steinmiller the 2019 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award. The award is an initiative of the InterReligious Institute (IRI) at CTS where Steinmiller is a first-year master of […]
Oct 192018
Chicago Theological Seminary Trustees Elect Brian Clarke, Chair and Welcome New Trustees
CHICAGO, IL – October 19, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary announced the election of Brian Clarke as chair of the CTS Board of Trustees. Clarke was elected by the unanimous vote of Seminary Trustees on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Clarke, […]
Oct 112018
CTS Receives Lilly Endowment Funding For Thriving in Ministry Initiative
CHICAGO – October 11, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) has received a grant of $1 million over five years to help establish Thriving in Ministry at CTS. This initiative is part of Lilly Endowment Inc.’s Thriving in Ministry, an […]
Sep 272018
Presidential Installation of Stephen G. Ray Jr., Celebrated With Trio of Public Events 
CHICAGO
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 Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) will celebrate the installation of Rev.
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Sep 132018
Pulitzer-Prize Winning Author Marilynne Robinson to Launch Public Square Lecture Series
CHICAGO – September 14, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary will welcome Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Robinson is the inaugural speaker for the seminary’s Public Square Lecture Series. The public is welcome to attend; tickets are […]
Aug 292018
Chicago Theological Seminary Names Dr. Uzma Jamil Fellow in Muslim Studies for the InterReligious Institute
CHICAGO – August 29, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary today announced the appointment of Dr. Uzma Jamil as Fellow in Muslim Studies for the InterReligious Institute. Dr. Jamil’s appointment will help the seminary better intersect academia, theology, and the public square in […]
Aug 272018
Chicago Theological Seminary names new Chapel Coordinator
CHICAGO – August 27, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Jasmin Taylor as chapel coordinator for the 2018-2019 academic year. Taylor will be responsible for organizing the weekly chapel experiences and special event […]
Jul 132018
CTS names Dr. Kate Lassiter Director of Theological Field Education
CHICAGO – July 13, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary today announced the appointment of Dr. Kate Lassiter as the director of theological field education, filling the role vacated by Rev. Stephanie Buckhanon Crowder, PhD, upon her appointment as academic dean. […]
May 152018
Matt Garretson and Dawson B. Taylor Named to Seminary Board of Trustees
CHICAGO,
 May 
15,
 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s (CTS) Board of Trustees welcomed two alumni as the newest members of the Board at its May 3-4 meeting: Matt Garretson (MA ‘17) and Rev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor (DMin ‘12). “We […]
May 102018
Professor W. Dow Edgerton bestowed ‘Emeritus’ status by Board of Trustees
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 Edgerton, an ordained minister, scholar, author, and former academic dean has concluded his phased retirement agreement with Chicago Theological Seminary and has been named Professor of Ministry Emeritus by the Board […]
May 82018
Rev. Stephanie Buckhanon Crowder, PhD Elected Dean of Chicago Theological Seminary
CHICAGO- May 8, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary board of trustees and tenured faculty unanimously and enthusiastically elected Rev. Stephanie Buckhanon Crowder, PhD as the new academic dean & vice president of academic affairs, effective July 1, 2018. Crowder most […]
Apr 202018
CTS PhD Students Receive Prestigious Doctoral Fellowships
CHICAGO – April 23, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce PhD students Whitney Bond and Malene Johnson have been selected to receive a 2018 Doctoral Fellowship from the Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE). FTE awarded its Doctoral […]
Apr 162018
Chicago Theological Seminary Announces 2018 Commencement Speaker, Honorary Degree Recipient
CHICAGO, April 16, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s 2018 Commencement will introduce a new cohort of dynamic religious scholars, activists, and community leaders. All are invited to attend the Commencement activities at 2pm on May 18 at Trinity United Church […]
Feb 282018
CTS Receives Gift from Muslim Philanthropists to Build Bridges, Combat Islamophobia
CHICAGO, February 28, 2018 –  Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) and its newly launched InterReligious Institute (IRI) are pleased to announce a 3-year, $450,000 gift commitment from a family of Muslim philanthropists to fund interfaith initiatives to build bridges across faith […]
Jan 242018
The Reverend Dr. Stephen G. Ray, Jr. Named President of CTS
CHICAGO, January 24, 2018 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) today named Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray Jr., as its new president, succeeding Rev. Dr. Alice Hunt, who announced her retirement last February. Ray will become the 13th president in the […]
Nov 132017
Vanessa Gomez Brake awarded Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award
CHICAGO – November 13, 2017 – Chicago Theological Seminary is pleased to announce Vanessa Gomez Brake as the winner of the 2018 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman InterReligious Leadership Award, an initiative of the InterReligious Institute (IRI) at CTS. Over seventeen […]
Oct 182017
Chicago Theological Seminary Elects Three to Board of Trustees; Names Jennings ‘Professor Emeritus’
CHICAGO, OCTOBER 18, 2017 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s (CTS) Board of Trustees has granted emeritus status to Dr. Theodore Jennings, and elected three new trustees to the Board; Zack Shah, Kashif M. Shaikh, and Reverend Mark Winters. Shah and Shaikh […]
Sep 182017
Chicago Theological Seminary Welcomes Lisa Notter, Vice President of Advancement
CHICAGO, September 18, 2017 Chicago Theological Seminary is proud to announce the appointment of Lisa Notter as Vice President of Advancement, effective September 18, 2017. Notter brings extensive experience in both fundraising and higher education. She earned her Bachelor of […]
Aug 182017
A Statement from CTS Acting President & General Counsel, Donald C. Clark
CHICAGO, August 18, 2017 Chicago Theological Seminary has been on the right side of history for over 162 years, preparing religious leaders who transform the world against hate, intolerance, oppression, and injustice of any kind. In response to the events […]
Feb 72017
Chicago Theological Seminary Receives Lead Gift for the InterReligious Research Institute (IRI)
Chicago, February 7, 2017 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is pleased to announce it has received a $425,000 grant from The Henry Luce Foundation’s Luce Fund For Theological Education. These funds will support the InterReligious Institute (IRI), which will advance the pursuit of […]
Feb 52017
Chicago Theological Seminary Awards 2016 Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Leadership Award to Student Activist
CHICAGO, February 5, 2017 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) is proud to announce the winner of the Rabbi Herman E. Schaalman Interreligious Leadership Award: Teresa Pasquale Mateus, who is currently pursuing her Master of Divinity degree at CTS.  Mateus won the […]
Feb 12017
Don Clark Assumes New Role at Chicago Theological Seminary During Alice Hunt’s Research Sabbatical
CHICAGO, February 1, 2017 – Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) President Alice W. Hunt will embark on an 18-month sabbatical beginning January 1, 2017. During this time Dr. Hunt will continue her work around leadership for transforming the world for the flourishing of […]
Oct 282016
André LaCocque Book Event
CHICAGO, October 28, 2016 – students, faculty, and guests gathered at Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS) to discuss the historical Jesus and the role Judaism played in his life with Dr. André LaCocque, Hebrew Bible scholar and author of the new book: […]
Sep 212016
The Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development Highlights CTS for Faith & Ecology Courses
CHICAGO, September 21, 2016 – After investigating 231 North American theological schools, The Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development (ICSD) has highlighted Chicago Theological Seminary as offering one of the widest ranges of faith and ecology courses available today. The Report on Faith and Ecology […]
Jun 92016
Chicago Theological Seminary Welcomes New Faculty Member Zachary Moon
CHICAGO, June 9, 2016 – Chicago Theological Seminary is proud to announce the appointment of Zachary Moon, PhD/ABD as Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology and Care, effective July 1, 2016.  Moon brings extensive experience in both theological education and chaplaincy. He […]
May 22016
Chicago Theological Seminary Commencement Welcomes Jasiri X and Rev. Dr. Jacquelyn Grant
CHICAGO, May 2, 2016 – Chicago Theological Seminary’s 2016 Commencement will introduce a new generation of dynamic religious scholars, activists, and community leaders. All are welcome to attend the ceremonies at 2pm on May 13 at Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago.  […]
Feb 262016
Chicago Theological Seminary Welcomes Bexley Seabury Seminary to Hyde Park/Woodlawn, Chicago
CHICAGO, February 26, 2016 – Bexley Seabury, one of 10 accredited seminaries of the Episcopal Church, today announced that effective July 2016 it will operate from a single site, at Chicago Theological Seminary (CTS), 1407 East 60th Street, Chicago, becoming the sixth seminary in […]
Apr 202015
CTS Selma Conference Partner Chicago Sunday Evening Club Hosts Keynote Speaker Michelle Alexander in Provocative Conversation on “Things Not Seen” Program
CHICAGO, April 20, 2015 – Award winning author Michelle Alexander was featured on the Chicago Sunday Evening Club (CSEC) radio program “Things Not Seen: Conversations about Culture and Faith,” in anticipation of her plenary address at “Selma at 50: Still […]