Leaders for church and world: YDS alumni stories

The alumnae and alumni of Yale Divinity School are pastors, scholars, activists, educators, the heads of numerous ecclesiastical and secular oganizations, and more—all exemplifying the YDS mission of service to church and world.

Below is a collection of stories showcasing the leadership and contributions of YDS alumni/ae, in the United States and around the world.

If you have stories of your own to suggest about YDS alums—including yourself—please let us know

October 6, 2021
Melanie Ross, Associate Professor of Liturgical Studies at YDS, has published a new book, Evangelical Worship: An American Mosaic. Learn more. *** Drew Collins ’10 M.Div.,...
October 1, 2021
By Lauren Yanks ‘19 M.Div. Born in Philadelphia in 1943, Marylouise Oates ‘73 M.Div. has spent her life breaking barriers and helping those in need. These values were planted...
September 22, 2021
A nearly 31 percent jump in gifts, including substantial new support for the Living Village. A significant increase in dollars given for the Annual Fund. Twelve new endowed...
September 20, 2021
By Kimberly Winston There was point, about two decades years into her career as a church pastor, when the Rev. Dr. Susan Williams Smith ’86 M.Div. was so exhausted she...
September 8, 2021
Akhil Thomas ’20 M.A.R. and his research on Christian-Hindu mutual influence in India were the subject of a Harvard graduate school profile. Read the article. *** Darrell...

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