Wake Forest University School of Divinity
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Rooted in justice, reconciliation, and compassion, Wake Forest University School of Divinity prepares bold, ecumenical leaders for ministry and public life.
Why Wake Divinity?
Mission
Wake Divinity is an ecumenical community committed to justice, reconciliation and compassion.
Experience
We are committed to seeing each student succeed and reach their full potential.
Scholarship
Our faculty are teacher-scholars, accessible mentors, and exceptional educators.
A Holistic Theological Education Centered on Your Unique Calling
Wake Divinity prepares students for ministry in all its context within the church walls and beyond.
Our Degree Programs
“The Wake Div Experience” is our promise to provide exceptional support that encourages student wellbeing, personal growth, and increased vocational clarity.
L A T E S T P U B L I C A T I O N
Faith For Tomorrow
ESSAYS ON THE OCCASION OF THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DIVINITY
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Wake Forest University School of Divinity, this volume presents a signature collection of essays authored by distinguished members of our community. Framed by the School’s founding commitment to justice, reconciliation, and compassion, these contributions offer critical reflections on the past, discerning engagement with the present, and visionary insight into the future of theological education. Together, these essays bear witness to a quarter-century of graduate theological education rooted in justice, reconciliation, and compassion, and testify to the School’s ongoing commitment to critical ecumenical inquiry, prophetic public witness, and faithful leadership in a pluralistic world.
These essays do more than commemorate. They call us together, anchor us in our shared purpose, and contribute meaningfully to the ongoing work of inviting reflection, inspiring action, and offering a compelling vision of who we are—and who we are becoming.
Corey D. B. Walker
Dean of the School of Divinity and Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities
- Wake Forest University to host 2026 Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative Summer Institute in London
- Wynnetta Wimberley Announced as Faculty Speaker for the 2026 Wake Forest University School of Divinity Hooding and Commencement Ceremony
- Wake Forest University School of Divinity Celebrates Raising More Than $3.2 Million for Student Scholarships
- Prophetic Preaching in a Fractured World: Wake Forest School of Divinity Convenes Leading Voices in Homiletics and Public Theology
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From our insightful new student orientation that welcomed our incoming class to the celebration of our achievements at the hooding ceremony, this past year has been filled with memorable experiences and significant milestones. As we reflect on these events, we reaffirm our commitment to the core values that define our Wake Forest University School of Divinity community. We look forward with anticipation, setting ambitious goals and aspirations as we embark on the exciting journey into Wake Forest University’s third century.
Join us in revisiting these highlights as we continue to cultivate a vibrant and thriving academic environment.
Jul 20
Missed our live conversation? The recording is now available.
"Sacred and Secular: Reviewing the United States Supreme Court`s Jurisprudence on Religious Freedom" brought together leading constitutional scholars to review religious freedom issues addressed in the 2025-2026 term including in the Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections and Mirabelli v. Bonta cases and to discuss significant changes and trends in the Court`s jurisprudence in this area.
Moderated by Melissa Rogers, with opening remarks from Dean Corey D. B. Walker, and featuring Stephanie Barclay, Tom Berg, Alan Brownstein, and Audra Savage – this iRPA program offers informed and diverse perspectives on where religious freedom jurisprudence stands today and where it may be headed.
Watch the full recording: youtu.be/3axeayHeuC4
Or at our link in bio.
#ReligiousFreedom #SCOTUS #ConstitutionalLaw #WakeDiv #FirstAmendment
Jul 14
Join us for the inaugural Bill J. Leonard Summer Institute — "A Legacy of Dissent"
📅 August 7–8, 2026
📍 Divinity Auditorium, Wake Forest University School of Divinity
For over 50 years, Dr. Bill J. Leonard`s scholarship and leadership have shaped generations of pastors, scholars, and congregations. This new gathering honors that legacy with two days of conversation and fellowship exploring dissent as both a historic Baptist practice and a vital prophetic call for today.
Featuring Dr. Bill J. Leonard, Dr. Molly Marshall, Dr. Linda McKinnish Bridges, Dr. Jon Singletary, Rev. Dr. Ronald Bobo, and Dean Corey D. B. Walker — plus worship in Wait Chapel.
🔗 Register now: https://wakenetwork.wfu.edu/events/winston-salem-nc-bill-j-leonard-summer-institute-08-07-2026-0013461
#WakeDiv #BaptistTradition #TheologicalEducation
Jul 8
We look forward to partnering with President Peter Rodriguez to address the profound challenges of our time while advancing our university`s enduring mission in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.
Jul 1
"In honoring President Susan R. Wente, we give thanks for a presidency that has strengthened the intellectual life of this university, deepened its moral commitments, and expanded its public purpose. Her legacy will endure in the lives of students formed, the knowledge created, and the community sustained and transformed through her leadership."
– Dean Corey D. B. Walker
Thank you, President Wente, for your vision, courage, and unwavering dedication to the development of the whole person.
Jun 30
What do this year`s Supreme Court decisions reveal about the future of religious freedom in America?
Join Wake Forest University School of Divinity on July 9 for a webinar featuring leading constitutional scholars discussing major religious liberty cases from the Court`s 2025–2026 term and what may lie ahead.
📅 July 9, 2026
⏰ 2:00 p.m. ET
Register and submit questions → https://events.zoom.us/e/view/5SxXZFzdSLqEekVL86s7HA or at the link in bio.
#WakeDiv #ReligiousFreedom #SCOTUS
Jun 22
Juneteenth is an opportunity for reflection, remembrance, and a deeper engagement with our nation`s complex and challenging history. In recognition of this year`s commemoration, Dean Corey D. B. Walker offers a list of readings to enhance our understanding of its significance.
🔗: theconversation.com/6-books-that-explain-the-history-and-meaning-of-juneteenth-205266
Jun 19
Join us July 1st at 5:30pm for a special live recording of the Homebrewed Christianity podcast as host Tripp Fuller (MDiv ‘07) welcomes Corey D. B. Walker – Dean of Wake Forest University School of Divinity, Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities, and Director of the Program in African American Studies and Bill J. Leonard – Founding Dean and Professor of Divinity Emeritus (1999–2018). This promises to be a rich and engaging evening of community and conversation, exploring theology, culture, and the public square. All are welcome, and we encourage you to bring guests and share this invitation with others!
Jun 18
Religious freedom is not a privilege for some. It is a promise for all.
Dean Corey D. B. Walker joins leading scholars, advocates, and faith leaders in the Center for American Progress report, *Religious Liberty for All: Celebrating This Founding Freedom at America 250*, offering a timely reflection on democracy, pluralism, and the responsibility of protecting the dignity and freedom of all peoples.
Read it here → Americanprogress.org/article/religious-liberty-for-all-celebrating-this-founding-freedom-at-america-250/
#WakeDiv #ReligiousFreedom #PublicTheology
Jun 17
“At Wake Forest University School of Divinity, we believe that faith is not merely a private conviction, but a public witness.” – Dean Corey D. B. Walker.
This week, we welcomed the 2026 HIV/AIDS Faith Ambassadors to campus for their in-person orientation. To view the full message, visit the link in our bio.
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