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SMU's singular approach to integrating rigorous learning with hands-on experience will prepare you to achieve your educational goals and expand your world in ways you never imagined. Ours is a community of people forging their own paths. We'd like to help you shape yours.

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Perkins Lunch and Lecture 

"The Clergywoman Question: Women's Ecclesial Rights
in American Methodism" with Rev. Emily Nelms Chastain

RSVP below for Wednesday, April 2, 2025

11:30 AM until 1:00 PM Central Time

Come experience what education is like at Perkins!

  • Enjoy a meal with current students and staff
  • Explore our programs and discuss the application process
  • Learn with Perkins School of Theology's, Rev. Emily Nelms-Chastain as she covers:

"The Clergywoman Question: Women's Ecclesial Rights in American Methodism"

The lecture explores the history of women's ecclesial rights in American Methodism, focusing on the work of Madeline Southard and the International Association of Women Preachers (IAWP). The lecture demonstrates that the grassroots organization of women preachers was essential to the advancement of women's ordination in the United Methodist Church and its antecedents.

 

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  • Register using the form ➡️
  • Mark your calendar to save the date
  • Check your email for confirmation
  • Watch for an email from our team with details on the event

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Campus Visits

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We understand that taking the next step toward obtaining a graduate theological degree can feel a bit daunting. That is why we continue to host students on campus for either an Inside Perkins event or for an Individual Visit. Making a visit is an important step in your journey and we are excited to host you as you get a sense for what your future could be!

Inside Perkins

For a longer visit experience, we recommend an Inside Perkins event. Prospective students will have the opportunity to connect with staff, learn from faculty, hear from current students, and enjoy a tour of campus. 

Faculty Lectures

Attending a lunch & lecture event allows students to use their lunch break to connect with admission staff and enjoy a meal, all while learning from a Perkins faculty member. 

Individual Visit

We want to work with your schedule to ensure you have an opportunity to visit campus and have a day tailored to your interests 

Hybrid and Online

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Virtual Visits

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