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HOUSTON – Perkins School of Theology, ÃÛÌÒ½´Methodist University will host an Inside Perkins event at its Houston-Galveston Extension Program for prospective degree and non-degree students Monday, March 11, 2013, from 5:30 to 8:45 p.m. at 3501 W. Alabama, Suite 106.  Dr. William B. Lawrence, Perkins dean and professor of American church history, will be the featured speaker.

Students in the Houston-Galveston Extension Program settle in for a class with Dr. Ted A. Campbell, associate professor of Church History

 

Inside Perkins offers the opportunity for prospective students in Houston, Galveston, and surrounding areas—including those who are interested in beginning their theological education while continuing to live and work in their current locales—to meet faculty, interact with current students, and learn about admissions and financial aid.

Following the meal, the event will include conversation and Q&A time with Dean Lawrence and other Perkins representatives.  Inside Perkins participants may then attend one of two classes taught by Perkins School of Theology professors:  The Christian Heritage II with Dr. Carlos F. Cardoza-Orlandi, Professor of Global Christianities and Mission Studies;  or Interpretation of the Christian Message II with Dr. William J. Abraham, Albert Cook Outler Professor of Wesley Studies. View the full schedule here:

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“Inside Perkins is the best way to get to know us,” says Tracy Anne Allred, director of Student Services at Perkins School of Theology.  “This event gives prospective students the opportunity to experience and engage with the Houston-Galveston extension community and discover the many resources available here for theological education and preparation for ministry.”

This event is free and open to the public, although registration is required.  Register here:

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For more information:
Rev. Susan Buchanan, Director of Recruitment and Student Services
Houston-Galveston Extension Program, Perkins School of Theology
susan@smu.edu
713.621.5059

Learn more about Inside Perkins

Learn more about the Houston-Galveston Extension Program

, founded in 1911, is one of five official University-related schools of theology of . Degree programs include the Master of Divinity, Master of Sacred Music, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Church Ministries, and Doctor of Ministry, as well as the Ph.D., in cooperation with  at SMU’s  of Humanities and Sciences.

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