As a school of theology with a vibrant campus life, we know the power that comes from dwelling together in community.
Here at Drew, the circle is wide and the engagement is deep. Students, faculty and staff pray, eat, learn, sing and travel together. We disagree, misunderstand and struggle—together.
There are plenty of ways to explore your faith at the Drew Theological School, and the fellowship that arises from spending time on campus offers many of them.
Campus Spaces
“When through the woods and forest glades (we) wander,” as the classic hymn says, we encounter spaces that ring with spiritual majesty, as well as a few set aside for religious purposes.
Seminary Hall
The home of Drew Theological School, the Doctor of Ministry program and the graduate Division of Religion, Seminary Hall, with its Gothic-style arches and brick patterning, provides plenty of spaces for contemplative reflection.
Craig Chapel
At the center of our worshipping and learning community is Craig Chapel. Tucked into Seminary Hall, it hosts Vespers, lectures, Advent services and many more events that bring us together for celebration and worship.
Authentic Community
Second career–somethings and twenty-somethings collaborate on projects. African American gospel music resounds from the chapel. Students practice sermons—in Korean and Spanish. Diversity is not a slogan. It is reality. There is no majority group, and our community reflects the multiplicity of the real world.
Student Groups
Black Ministerial Caucus
This group shares, supports and celebrates black culture through inspirational chapel services, educational ministry conferences and appearances by influential figures.
Graduate Division of Religion Student Association
As the liaison to the university for students in the Graduate Division of Religion, this group advocates for the needs of aspiring academicians, from library resources to technology issues. The group also supports PhD students through professional development, offering workshops, colloquia and travel funds for conferences.
Korean Caucus
Building a strong Korean cultural community is this group’s mission. Count on them to provide car rides from the airport, organize kid-friendly worship services, prepare traditional Korean snacks during exam time and more.
Latinx Caucus
From a Love Thy Neighbor-themed chapel service to a lunch talk about the struggles of undocumented immigrants, this student group connects Latinx students with each other and the Drew Theological School Community.
Spectrum
This group nurtures an affirming community, leading services in Craig Chapel and hosting receptions in the Atrium, while addressing issues critical to the LGBTQ community—such as marriage equality and suicide prevention—through guest speakers and panel discussions.
Terra
This student-activist group engages in ecological ethos on campus and in the community.
The Theological Student Association
This official student governing body provides much-needed breaks from study sessions by planning community activities, but also has a serious role in making all final decisions on student matters and providing support for Theo students. Get in touch by emailing tsa@drew.edu.
