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Drew Theological School’s Korean Caucus Celebrates the Fall Semester

Building a strong Korean cultural community is the group’s mission

Posted on: September 5, 2023.

Creating Lemonade From Lemons

Drew Theological School alums rebuild and rethink the UMC in an era of disaffiliation

Posted on: August 15, 2023.

Drew’s Center for Civic Engagement Hosts Empowerment and Student Leadership Panel Discussion

Students reflect on gender empowerment in honor of Women’s History Month

Posted on: March 23, 2023.

Drew University Students Help Rebuild the Lower Ninth Ward

Volunteers Without Borders lends a hand to the New Orleans district 

Posted on: February 22, 2023.

Drew Students Connect with the Community in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Connection and reflection organized by the Center for Civic Engagement and the Office of Student Engagement

Posted on: February 9, 2023.

Drew University Offers Cadet Program in Partnership with Madison Volunteer Ambulance Corps

Jamie Barbian C’22 coordinates the program through Drew’s Center for Civic Engagement

Posted on: November 22, 2022.

Drew University Hosts High Schoolers at Filmmaking Bootcamp

FilmBoot24 brought Orange High Schoolers to campus for a filmmaking crash course

Posted on: November 14, 2022.

Two Drew Theological School Alums Utilize their Experience at Drew for the Betterment of New Jersey

The Rev. Dr. Kimberly Holmes T’11,’17 and Robert Long T’10 are colleagues at the NJ Department of Community Affairs

Posted on: October 18, 2022.

Drew University’s Religion & Global Health Forum Hosts Health Screening in Eastern Ghana

Drew Theological School student Janet Okang T’25 organized the screenings for the rural communities

Posted on: September 13, 2022.

Shawn Anglim T'99 Honored by National Urban League

Drew Theological School alum is a recipient of the 2022 Gumbo Coalition Community Award for his leadership in "advancing political, communal, and economic empowerment over the last decade"

Posted on: July 5, 2022.

Drew University Students Lend a Helping Hand in Biloxi, Mississippi

“This was an eye opening experience”

Posted on: June 8, 2022.

Drew Action Scholars Address Big Problems

First-year students present plans, actions, and approaches to crucial issues at the annual Town Hall event

Posted on: April 25, 2022.

Drew University Student Spearheads Textbook Lending Library

Gabby Ramirez C'23 creates collection of books for need-based students

Posted on: February 3, 2022.

Drew University Honors MLK with Day of Service

Former Drew professor Dr. Kesha Moore delivers keynote address

Posted on: January 21, 2022.

Drew Theological School Alum Selected as 2021 Field Trips to the Future Cohort Member

The Rev. Dr. Jason Coker T’09,’13 named a visionary leader to reimagine the future of rural America

Posted on: January 3, 2022.

Brittany Boetticher C'23 Recognized for Suicide Prevention Work

Drew University junior receives New Jersey State Governor's Jefferson Award

Posted on: September 22, 2021.

Two Drew University Professors Join Project Pericles Initiative

Theatre professors Lisa Brenner and Chris Ceraso represent Drew

Posted on: September 2, 2021.

Drew University Inspires High Schoolers in AdvantageArts Program

Original play debuts this week

Posted on: July 28, 2021.

Drew University Student Joins Local Housing Authority

Nohemy Zabala C'21 uses Drew academics, experiences, skills to pursue community advocacy

Posted on: April 8, 2021.

Drew University Alum Recognized for Social Impact Work

Jen Siaca Curry C'05 was named to Forbes' list of up-and-coming entrepreneurs

Posted on: March 30, 2021.

Drew University Student Advocates for COVID-19 Vaccination

Justin Roskam C'21 writes op-ed as a N.J. Governor STEM Scholar

Posted on: March 26, 2021.

Drew University Marks One Year of COVID-19

University faces challenges of pandemic with spirit of care, dedication, creativity

Posted on: March 16, 2021.

Drew University Model UN Conference Intrigues Local Middle Schoolers

Drew students volunteer to guide nearly 200 middle schoolers

Posted on: March 5, 2021.

Drew University Students Create STEM Labs

Three students volunteered to create labs in optical physics for middle and high schoolers

Posted on: January 25, 2021.

Drew Celebrates MLK Day with Day of Service

On-campus and virtual events honor Dr. King's legacy

Posted on: January 21, 2021.

Weathering the Election Storm

Thoughts from the Drew community on handling the uncertain times ahead

Posted on: November 3, 2020.

Drew Students Discuss Immersive Experiences

The Launch Immersive Experiences Fair spotlights undergraduate opportunities

Posted on: October 12, 2020.

Drew University Continues Climb in Washington Monthly Rankings

Drew ranked 69th, up 16 spots from 2019

Posted on: September 1, 2020.

How One Drew Student is Forging Their Career Path

Internships, a fellowship and off-campus volunteering sets Gabriella Ramirez C'23 up for success

Posted on: June 22, 2020.

Drew University Alum Flourishes with Teach for America

Iliana Mendez C'19 has become a leader inside and outside of the classroom

Posted on: May 14, 2020.

Drew University Class Creates Content for Interfaith Food Pantry

Community-based learning class writes fact sheets and records informative videos

Posted on: April 17, 2020.

Drew University Student Starts Food Drive

Kim Haupt C'23 shifts her community service efforts during pandemic

Posted on: April 2, 2020.

Drew University Service Project Continues Amid Pandemic

Students tutor refugees via virtual meetings

Posted on: March 25, 2020.

Drew Students Adapt Senior Project By Going Virtual

Stefanie DeFronzo C'20 and Marina Hahn C'20 adjust on the fly amid pandemic

Posted on: March 19, 2020.

Drew Contingent Spends Winter Break Volunteering in New Orleans

Student-led volunteer group rebuilds homes in area devastated by Hurricane Katrina

Posted on: February 11, 2020.

Drew Celebrates "Nonnegotiable" Values at 2020 MLK Awards

Student-led event focuses on creating an open dialogue

Posted on: February 7, 2020.

Drew University Celebrates Black History Month

List of events, concerts and trips

Posted on: January 31, 2020.

Drew U Student Profile: Virginia Leach C'20

Chair of Drew University's Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Posted on: January 28, 2020.

Drew University Celebrates MLK Day

The ongoing legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. remembered with a day of dialogue and service.

Posted on: January 24, 2020.

Drew Theological School Professor Continues his Philosophy in Retirement

Robert Corrington founded the Institute of Ecstatic Naturalism

Posted on: January 16, 2020.

Commencement 2019

Speakers to #Drew19: Celebrate, Engage and Enjoy

Posted on: June 10, 2019.

Drew Responds to UMC Stance on Gay Clergy, Same-Sex Marriage

School closely monitors affiliation, embraces LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff.

Posted on: June 10, 2019.

Drew Associate Provost Enters Leadership Program

Jessica Lakin among just 41 invitees. 

Posted on: May 30, 2019.

N.J. Enlists Drew in Higher Ed Push

President and head of campus life and student affairs serving on working groups. 

Posted on: May 28, 2019.

Drew's Top 15 Stories of 2018-19

Star students, a championship and a passion project.

Posted on: May 9, 2019.

Eight #Drew19 Experiences

Seniors on their paths to careers.

Posted on: May 9, 2019.

Drew Theological School Honors Students

39 students earn awards.

Posted on: May 2, 2019.

Drew Celebrates Excellence

92 students earn awards from the College of Liberal Arts.

Posted on: May 2, 2019.

Heather Murray Elkins on 32 Years at Drew Theological School

Retiring professor's 'presence and influence will endure for generations to come.’

Posted on: April 23, 2019.

Drew's President on Making Immersive Experiences Central to Education

Research, internships and service = building blocks to professional life.

Posted on: April 17, 2019.

John Kasich at Drew: 'Power Comes from the Bottom Up'

Urges individuals to 'restore the soul of our country.'

Posted on: April 17, 2019.

5 Takeaways From Social Entrepreneur at Drew

Diya Abdo G'98,'01,'05 founded Every Campus a Refuge.

Posted on: April 2, 2019.

Christine Todd Whitman to Speak at Drew Commencement

Led the EPA and was first female governor of New Jersey.

Posted on: March 18, 2019.

Drew Theological School Examines MLK as a Pastor

The Rev. Dr. Leslie Callahan leads the discussion.  

Posted on: March 6, 2019.

Drew's Day of Service Honors MLK

Students work with Habitat for Humanity, Market Street Mission.

Posted on: January 24, 2019.

Drew Celebrates MLK

Serving and honoring others. 

Posted on: January 14, 2019.

Borough Council Welcomes Drew Alum

Debra Pierce Coen C'97 on how Drew helped get her there. 

Posted on: January 8, 2019.

Drew Tackles Homelessness in Morris County

Students and professors work with the community to find solutions.

Posted on: December 19, 2018.

New Councilman Picked Up Civic Engagement at Drew

Dan Chiariello C'86 cites professors who inspired him. 

Posted on: December 6, 2018.

A Bona Fide Genius

William Barber T’03 Named MacArthur Fellow.

Posted on: December 5, 2018.

In the Public Square

Social Justice is the focus of Theological School lectures.

Posted on: December 5, 2018.

Drew Alum Elected to Council

Stephen Yellin C'10 thanks professors who mentored him. 

Posted on: November 30, 2018.

Activist at Drew: Banish Resignation and Stay Involved

Speaker preaches relationship-building and bipartisanship. 

Posted on: November 29, 2018.

Drew Theological School Named a World-Changing Seminary

Stands out for engagement in communities.

Posted on: November 15, 2018.

Mural Celebrating Drew Professor Unveiled

Rodney Gilbert started an organization to bring arts to city residents.

Posted on: October 25, 2018.

Grant Supports Collaborations with Activists, Thinkers, Justice Artists

Drew Theological School launches Social Justice Leadership Project funded by Luce Foundation.

Posted on: September 17, 2018.

New Drew Theological Students Sign Up for Larger Calling

Matriculation ceremony encourages global citizenship.

Posted on: September 13, 2018.

Drew Student Teaches Afghan Women How to Code

'One day the class had to go home early after we heard four explosions nearby. ... Through it all, at the same time, the students were so positive.'

Posted on: August 31, 2018.

Drew's New Public Theology Doctorate: A Path to Social Justice

'Talk about what matters in our shared common life.'

Posted on: August 20, 2018.

Newark High Schoolers Mentored by Drew Students

Live on campus, produce plays, earn credits.

Posted on: July 23, 2018.

Drew Alum Turns 3 Internships into a Career

'Drew did such a good job setting me up for what I was going to do next.'

Posted on: July 17, 2018.

Employees of the Year

Exemplifying stellar stellar service to students, faculty and staff.

Posted on: May 29, 2018.

Presenting TEDxDrewUniversity: A Student Production

Event features a student, professor, trustee, alumni.

Posted on: April 23, 2018.

Princeton Professor Speaks at Drew

Dr. Afeosemine Adogame tackles Christianity in Africa and the African Diaspora.

Posted on: April 21, 2018.

Drew Students Run Survey, Workshops on Diversity

Project funded by Interfaith Youth Core.

Posted on: April 16, 2018.

How Rodney Gilbert Inspired Students at Drew

Memorial for beloved professor mixes testimonials with performances.

Posted on: February 28, 2018.