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In the Philippines, leaders find theological grounding and leadership skills to navigate uncharted waters through the Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF). 

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry created the Rev. Roger A. Hopson Seminary Scholarship, in memoriam of the Rev. Roger A. Hopson, devoted husband, father and minister.

In late January, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) was presented with the 2022 Friend of Children Education Partner Award for its work and collaboration on the J.A. Knowles Memorial Scholarship.  

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) will sunset EM360 from its offered services in the coming months.

On Jan. 26, 2023, the University Senate met virtually and approved a policy change that allows United Methodist students the opportunity to engage in a fully online Master of Divinity degree program.

On Jan. 27, 2023, Dr. Rochelle L. Ford was officially installed as the eighth president of Dillard University.

This year marked the 50th anniversary of women being admitted to the military chaplaincy. A formal celebration was held in Arlington, Virgina, Jan. 12. 

Thanks to the Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) grants, both Mária and Ferenc have now graduated with Spiritual Development and Christian Ministry diplomas from Wesley Bible School – the first students to graduate in seven years.

Jurisdictional conferences typically meet every four years to elect new bishops and select members of general boards and agencies. After electing 13 new bishops during their Nov. 2-5 meetings, the denomination’s five U.S. jurisdictional conferences announced episcopal assignments effective Jan. 1.

The North American Association of Methodist Schools, Colleges, and Universities (NAAMSCU) and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kina Mallard as the executive director of NAAMSCU, effective November 1, 2022.