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06/12/2026

06/12/2026

is proud to be present at the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church of The United Methodist Church! Find our table in Greenville next week for more information about all that Drew can offer in North Carolina and beyond. Contact Theological Admissions at [email protected] with any questions.

06/11/2026

When student Rev. Terry Cashion T’27 was researching Doctor of Ministry programs, he was seeking a flexible program where academic rigor and inclusive community intersect.

At Drew University, he found a learning community that aligned with those values, along with a hybrid format that allows him to remain in Central Texas while pursuing his degree. The Courageous Leadership cohort spoke to the realities of ministry today and the kind of leadership it requires. “I stepped out in faith to apply, and I am so thankful I did!” he said.

Rev. Cashion serves two churches as a pastor of the The United Methodist Church in the Horizon Texas Conference of The United Methodist Church. Located in a military community adjacent to Fort Hood Army Base, he is also the director of a startup charity health clinic in Central Texas.

"All that I can say is GO DREW!!" he said enthusiastically. "My experience has been amazing."

"I have enjoyed the courses, every instructor, and the fellow DMin students I have met across all cohorts from all over the world. This is exactly the experience that I was looking for! The course instructors have opened my mind to new material and the students have offered their unique perspectives. I love the discussion based learning and have found that even as an introverted pastor, I have found my own voice and have felt so welcome in the program."

Regarding his classes and research, Rev. Cashion said, "I have learned to identify problems within my ministry context and feel very confident in my new ability to formulate ingenuitive questions, conduct research to find solutions, and courageously apply these solutions as a leader. I have already benefited from the program."

"My professional project focuses on providing holistic care for family caregivers," he said.

"I have identified this topic to be an area of concern in my context and I am in the process of designing a curriculum that will offer emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual resources for family caregivers. The study will offer facilitators and participants a model and encouragement for forming support groups."

There's still time to join this summer's cohort! The final application deadline for Drew's DMin is Monday, June 15.

https://drew.edu/2026/04/02/terry-cashion-t27-on-drews-doctor-of-ministry-program/

06/11/2026

If you're attending New York Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church this weekend, be sure to pre-register for tomorrow's Drew Gathering during lunch at Stamford First UMC.

Register to hold your spot and ensure your lunch by clicking the green ticket button in the top right corner:
tinyurl.com/DrewAtNYAC2026

is proud to sponsor the New York Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church.

In addition to tabling during the conference, we will host a Drew Gathering on Friday, June 12 during lunch at Stamford First UMC.

Register to hold your spot and ensure your lunch by clicking the green ticket button in the top right corner:
tinyurl.com/DrewAtNYAC2026

Join us during the lunch break a few minutes away from the conference to talk about what's new at Drew and how you can connect with and support the community.

Register ASAP so we know to expect you there!

06/10/2026

’s Center for Civic Engagement and Office of Student Engagement held their annual Community Leader Awards, highlighting many of their top students.

“The Community Leader Awards honor students, faculty, staff, and community partners whose leadership, compassion, and commitment to collective well-being strengthen our communities and inspire meaningful change,” said Sean Hewitt, director of the Center for Civic Engagement.

“These awards celebrate those who lead not only through actions but also through centering service, relationship-building, and an enduring dedication to uplifting others,” he added.

Award winners from :

Graduate Student Awards – Carrie-Lee Farnham T'26 and Janice Marie Beauchamp T'26

Graduate Student Community Action Award – Renessta Olds-Haigler T'27

Center for Civic Engagement Staff Leadership Award – Kirsten E. M. Trambley T'20, T'21, Assistant Director of Theological Admissions

https://drew.edu/2026/04/24/drew-university-hosts-community-leader-awards/

06/08/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED!

The Doctor of Ministry application at has been extended to next week on Monday, June 15. Email [email protected] with questions and complete your app today:

admissions.drew.edu/apply

is launching a new cohort of the Doctor of Ministry, and we want you to be a part of our next group of courageous ministerial leaders!

At Drew, the Doctor of Ministry is designed to fit your lifestyle and help you advance your theological education. The program is entirely part-time over three years with a total of 30 credit hours. The deadline to apply to Drew is on Monday, June 1. Classes begin on campus on Monday, July 20 before transitioning to online learning to complete the program.

“Drew’s renewed Courageous Leadership DMin cohort is intentionally structured for leaders who are already deeply engaged in ministry,” said Director of Doctoral Studies, Rev. Dr. Meredith Hoxie Schol.

We will hold a Open Doors for the Doctor of Ministry next week on Wednesday, May 6 at 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. ET on Zoom. Register here for Open Doors to learn more about the program and the application process:

https://admissions.drew.edu/register/SpOD.DMin.COLE.5.6.26

06/08/2026

is proud to sponsor the New York Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church.

In addition to tabling during the conference, we will host a Drew Gathering on Friday, June 12 during lunch at Stamford First UMC.

Register to hold your spot and ensure your lunch by clicking the green ticket button in the top right corner:
tinyurl.com/DrewAtNYAC2026

Join us during the lunch break a few minutes away from the conference to talk about what's new at Drew and how you can connect with and support the community.

Register ASAP so we know to expect you there!

06/08/2026

Happy from and !
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05/28/2026

Congrats to Nate Roark T’26!

🎓 Congratulations to Nate Roark, Class of 2026 at Drew Theological School! Keep reading for some "stats" on Nate, one of our many UMHEF scholars who graduated this spring.

✅ Degrees - Bachelor of Arts in Women and Gender Studies and Master of Divinity
✅ Celebrating - Nate was first student to complete the combined 3+3 BA/MDiv degree program at Drew!
✅ Campus Involvement - Tour guide, resident advisor, student senator, vice president, and College of Liberal Arts Student Government President, as well as with the Theological School Association and co-led the Spectrum Q***r Theological Caucus
✅ Plans Post Graduation - Continues to serve as Family Ministry Director at Morristown United Methodist Church

Nate said, "UMHEF has provided me with the opportunity to pursue education in a community that made me feel seen and loved."

05/27/2026

Check out these ✨ scholars, preachers, activists, and dreamers ✨ walking the runway at Commencement! 💚🎓💙
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