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Black and Spanish Harlem

Monday, October 23, 2023

5 min read At Union Theological Seminary, our commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of diverse communities and cultures goes beyond the classroom. Students have the opportunity to embark on remarkable weekend courses that offer a unique blend of education and exploration. Recently, Rev. Dr. Samuel Cruz, a dedicated professor at Union, led an extraordinary

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President Jones’ Statement on the Israel-Palestine Crisis

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Dear Union Community,  Like so many of you, I find myself deeply distressed and shocked by all that is transpiring in Israel and Palestine.  As I search for meaningful words to share, I am reminded that Union is a school of theology where we explore deep truths, ask important and hard questions, and grapple with

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Innovative New Play Brings Sense of Humor and Spirit of Hope to Climate Crisis

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

The play, “When Wajcha Meet Pachamama,” tells the story of a friendly clown on a journey to save the sick planet. The play will debut at the New York Theater Festival on October 23, October 25, and October 28.   New York – Union Theological Seminary’s Professor of Worship Rev. Cláudio Carvalhaes recently wrote a

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TIDEL Info-Session Webinar

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

MIssed the TIDEL Fellows PRogram Info-Session Webinar on October 4th? Sign up below to access the recording covering information for potential applicants. Access the Info-Session Recording

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Expanding Chaplaincy Education at Union with Supplemental Courses

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Union Theological Seminary (UTS) has a long history of preparing divinity students to enter the chaplaincy field through academic coursework as well as Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programs. The Chaplaincy Concentration for MDiv students, which launched in 2019, represents a fruition of Union’s longstanding commitment to social justice, rigorous scholarship, and interreligious engagement. Individuals like

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The Encore

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

By Encore participant Kip Zegers 3 min read Five years ago, just retired after having been a teacher for 33 years, I had a chance to go back to Union Theological Seminary. It was exactly 50 years since I’d walked in and started work on a Masters degree in education. I had never finished, dropping

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Union Welcomes New Vice President of Development and Alum Relations Maura Smith

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Union Theological Seminary President Rev. Dr. Serene Jones today announced the appointment of Maura Smith to the position of Vice President of Development and Alum Relations.  “We are excited to welcome Maura to the Union family. Maura brings a wealth of experience and will play a critical role in ensuring we achieve our strategic vision

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July 2023: In Memoriam

Friday, June 30, 2023

In Memoriam, May 25, 2023 – June 29, 2023   Alums James A. Hayes Patricia H. Snook `50 Richard P. Poethig `52 Mary F. Libassi  `55 Ruth A. Dann `61 Robert M. Snable `61 Melody J. Turner `68    Faculty, Staff, Trustees and Friends  Joseph C. Hough Jr.

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