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GBHEM scholarships are even more important for students at historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), who on average depend more financial aid than students from non-HBCUs.

While many people have just begun to think about alternative power sources for their homes and businesses, the Higher Institute of Theology of Abadjin-Doumé (ISTHA) has depended on it since 2019, thanks to funding through the Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF).

During the June 28, 2023 meeting, the University Senate voted to clarify which accrediting organizations satisfy the accreditation standards articulated in the Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2016 and the University Senate’s Organization, Policies, and Guidelines 2017-20201 for its 107 Senate-listed schools, colleges and universities.

During this season, we can witness signs of hope, motivation, and opportunities for action. As people involved in the general agencies of the United Methodist Church, we have seen our worldwide ecumenical connection at work!

Dr. Cynthia A. Bond Hopson, chief equity officer and assistant general secretary of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM), has been appointed to serve as the interim president of Philander Smith College effective July 1, 2023.

Dr. Angella P. Current-Felder, who at the time was the executive director of the Office of Loans and Scholarships at GBHEM recognized this as an opportunity to make a difference. Her innate ability to be a “change agent” lead to the creation of the Angella P. Current- Felder Women of Color (WOC) Scholars program. 

Very few understand this more than Rev. Dr. Kent A. Lundy. A United Methodist Elder in the Indiana Conference, Rev. Dr. Lundy currently serves as wing chaplain to the 181st Intelligence Wing Air National Guard in Terre Haute, Indiana.

That’s why sound theological education is crucial from the start, with programs like the  Central Conference Theological Fund (CCTEF), which helps to make theological education possible for so many throughout Africa, Europe, and the Philippines.

Rev. Dr. Christinah Kwaramba is dedicated to the success of her students in the Center for Integrative Pastoral Practice (CIPP) Program.

DeCarlos Nora, a student at Philander Smith College who is scheduled to graduate in 2026, received a $500 scholarship at GBHEM's first HBCU Scholarship Night for United Methodist students attending a HBCU.