More than 6,000 graduates serve in ministry worldwide
Our graduates serve in more than three dozen countries and in all 50 states. They serve in parish-based ministry as pastors, music ministers, Christian education directors, mission coordinators, youth ministers, and church planters. Others serve in extension-based ministry like teaching, counseling, faith-based advocacy, and nonprofit organization work.

Upcoming Events

Join us for conferences, lectures, performances, and special alumni events.
Thu, Jan 16, 2025 | 8 - 9pm | Zoom

OBCS Webinar with Jamal-Dominique Hopkins, Ph.D.

Dr. Jamal-Dominique Hopkins is associate professor of Christian scriptures at Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary.

Thu, Jan 16, 2025 | 8 - 9:15pm | Zoom

OBCS Webinar Series

The Office of Black Church Studies invites you to be a part of this webinar series beginning fall 2024. Registration is required for each webinar.

Wed, Feb 12, 2025 | 12:30 - 2pm | Alumni Memorial Common Room & Online (Zoom)

Book Conversation with Bishop Will Willimon

The Duke Divinity Office of Alumni Engagement invites you to a lunchtime conversation with Bishop Will Willimon. He will be lecturing about his latest book, "Changing My Mind: The Overlooked Virtue for Faithful Ministry," followed by a time for questions.

Alumni News & Features

Read the latest news, features, and opinion articles about alumni.
Divinity Community Celebrates Duke's Centennial Founders' Weekend
October 23, 2024
Divinity emeritus professor William Turner received the University Medal, students led worship through music and prayers for the Founders' Sunday chapel service, and alumni contributions were recognized as part of Duke's centennial celebrations.
Meet the National Alumni Council
October 8, 2024
The National Alumni Council consists of alumni from different graduating years, backgrounds, denominations, and current ministry contexts, who are part of a strategic effort to connect the Divinity School to its alumni and the ministry networks in which they serve.
After Fifteen Years Learning and Teaching in Prisons, Rev. Dr. Louis Threatt is Even More Inspired
October 3, 2024
Threatt, M.Div. ’11, was inspired by transformative experiences at Duke Divinity School to teach and advise Duke Divinity faculty on teaching in prisons. Read more from the Kenan Institute.

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Alumni Council & Board of Visitors
The Divinity School’s National Alumni Council nurtures the connection between the Divinity School and its alumni. Made up of alumni representatives from different time periods, denominations, and backgrounds, the council meets twice each year to think creatively about how the Divinity School can bless and support our alumni and current students. 
The Shepherd’s Fund for Alumni in Need
Duke Divinity School is partnering with The Shepherd’s Fund to help alumni in their time of need. The Shepherd’s Fund was established by a generous donor to provide financial assistance when a medical crisis creates a hardship. Retired or disabled pastors who have faithfully served in ordained ministry, their spouses, or their widows or widowers are eligible for these assistance grants.
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