Wake Forest University School of Divinity launched its reimagined Master of Divinity in Fall 2024.

Introducing the Reimagined MDiv at Wake Forest University School of Divinity

When Wake Forest University School of Divinity opened its doors in 1999, theological education and congregational life were changing. The entering class embarked on a theological journey where the future of traditional Christian ministry was anything but certain. A quarter of a century later, theological education and congregation life have transformed dramatically.

Today, students enter Wake Divinity dedicated to serve dynamic congregations as well as to assume positions as nonprofit leaders, educators, legal professionals, counselors, entrepreneurs, and many other nontraditional ministry roles. Wake Divinity students have used and continue to use their theological education in ways that redefine Christian ministry and service. 

Corey D. B. Walker, Dean of the School of Divinity and Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities

The reimagined MDiv curriculum provides an integrative, interdisciplinary, and individualized theological education. These principles of the new curriculum are aligned with Wake Forest University’s strategic framework as well as the School of Divinity’s mission and its signature Wake Divinity Experience

Reimagining the Wake Divinity MDiv

Integration

Seamless blend of theological education, congregational engagement, and community involvement

Interdisciplinary

Conversations with scholarly communities from diverse fields and equitable collaboration with scholars & practitioners

Individualization

Curated opportunities for intellectual exploration, spiritual growth, and vocational formation that are uniquely customized to an individual’s journey

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Information

If you have questions about the new curriculum, please feel free to reach out to any of the following contacts. 

  • Office of Academic Affairs
    acadiv@wfu.edu
  • Dr. Elizabeth Gandolfo, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Earley Associate Professor of Catholic and Latin American Studies
    gandoleo@wfu.edu 
  • Mary Ellen Walter, Assistant Director of Academic Services and Assistant Registrar
    walterme@wfu.edu 
  • Khelen Kuzmovich, Academic Program Coordinator
    kuzmovk@wfu.edu 

Students should also talk to their academic advisors before Fall registration about their decision to remain on the current curriculum or opt for the new one.