Howard University School of Divinity

10/12/2026

📝 The Dean’s Desk: Wisdom Keepers

Honoring our legacy. Preparing for our future.

In this Homecoming edition of The Dean’s Desk, Dean Kenyatta R. Gilbert reflects on the enduring legacy of Howard University School of Divinity, the importance of Black theological education, and our shared responsibility to prepare future generations of faith leaders.

As we celebrate those who paved the way, we remain committed to carrying their wisdom forward.

Read the full newsletter and join us in celebrating the legacy and future of HUSD.



📖 Theological Term to Know: Restorative Justice

What does justice look like when the goal is restoration rather than punishment?

In this edition of Theological Term to Know, Dr. Harold Dean Trulear introduces Restorative Justice—an approach centered on repairing harm, restoring relationships, and fostering accountability.

At Howard University School of Divinity, we continue to explore the principles and practices that inform faith, justice, and community transformation.

10/10/2026

10/09/2026

The wisdom. The promise. The future.

Join Howard University School of Divinity on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, as we officially launch Wisdom Keepers, Hope Seekers!

We’re celebrating our inaugural honorees—leaders whose ministry, scholarship, and service inspire us—and bringing generations together to shape the future of Black theological education.

Start the day with worship, powerful conversations, continental breakfast, and The Wisdom Table Luncheon. Then join us that evening for the Legacy Dinner as we honor those carrying the legacy forward!

📍 Daytime events: HUSD West Campus, 2900 Van Ness St. NW
✨ Daytime program is free and open to the public. Register here:
https://form.jotform.com/262656257706162

🥂 Legacy Dinner: 6:30 p.m. | University Club of Washington, D.C.

🎟️ Purchase tickets:
https://www.givecampus.com/schools/HowardUniversity/events/the-wisdom-keepers-hope-seekers-legacy-dinner
Come celebrate. Bring someone. Share the invitation!

Transforming Black Theological Education through Intergenerational Partnership

10/02/2026

📝 The Dean’s Desk — “As Way Opens”

What does it mean to recognize possibility even in uncertain times?

In “As Way Opens,” Dean Kenyatta R. Gilbert reflects on faithful waiting, courageous work, and preparing pathways for what comes next—reminding us of the gift of theological community and our responsibility to help build its future.

Read the latest edition of The Dean’s Desk and reflect on what it means to move forward as way opens.

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📖 Theological Term to Know — Hithpael

Expand your theological vocabulary with HUSD. Today’s term, Hithpael, takes us into the Hebrew verbal system, where an action may turn toward the self, occur reciprocally, or convey intensity and repetition.

Continue learning with Howard University School of Divinity as we explore the language and concepts that shape theological study.

10/02/2026

A beautiful afternoon celebrating the retirement of Dr. Deborah Scarborough! 🤍

The Howard University School of Divinity community gathered to honor Dr. Scarborough’s years of service, leadership, and dedication to the HUSD community.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Scarborough and wishing her all the best in this next chapter! 🎉

10/01/2026

📣 Big news for faith leaders and innovators!

Wisdom Keepers, Hope Seekers (WKHS) Project with the Howard University School of Divinity has officially opened our call for proposals for the Track A: Faith Leadership Laboratory Awards!

Supported by a generous $10 million grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc., this initiative is offering awards of up to $10,000 to help external organizations design and pilot fresh faith leadership programs.

📅 Proposals will be accepted until October 19, 2026.

Interested? Please email Brady Maiden, Wisdom Keepers Hope Seekers Program Operations Manager, at [email protected].

10/01/2026

NOON CHAPEL SERIES is coming this Fall! RSVP below to get the Zoom link and join us on the following dates: October 7 & 21

VIRTUAL CHAPEL RSVP https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/bWUSJQbyzs

09/28/2026

Howard University School of Divinity is excited to announce the appointment of Rev. Janiece Williams, Ph.D., as Program Director of the Compelling Preacher Initiative!

Please join us in congratulating Rev. Dr. Williams on this exciting appointment and new role! 🎉

09/28/2026

📝 The Dean’s Desk — “A Third Thing”

What becomes possible when we listen beyond our own perspectives?

In this edition of The Dean’s Desk, Dean Kenyatta R. Gilbert invites us to consider a “third thing mindset”—one that makes room for thoughtful dialogue across differences.

Read the full reflection from Dean Gilbert and consider what becomes possible when we create space for perspectives beyond our own.


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📖 Theological Term to Know — Apologia

Expand your theological vocabulary with Howard University School of Divinity.

Today’s term, Apologia, invites us to consider how Christian faith is explained, proclaimed, and defended in the face of competing interpretations.

What does Apologia mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments!