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

July 31, 2015
The nation’s youth are hurting. Research shows that in the past half century, anxiety has increased in youth by a significant degree. Many children and young adults feel that...
July 22, 2015
Nicholas Lewis ’13 M. Div. has been appointed the new Associate Dean of Student Affairs at Yale Divinity School. Lewis, who had been serving as Assistant Dean of the College...
July 15, 2015
Editor’s Note: YDS has a longstanding tradition of offering travel seminars to provide students the opportunity to add an experiential dimension to their academic coursework...
June 28, 2015
Michael Curry ’78 M.Div. is the new Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church. The first person of color elected to the office, Curry was the first-ballot choice of the House...
June 5, 2015
By Ray Waddle As the Protestant Reformation’s upcoming 500th anniversary nears, Yale Divinity School has created a fresh slate of new directions and initiatives to strengthen...

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