"What makes Duke Divinity School stand out for me is the way it bridges between the academy and the church," says Professor of Old Testament Anathea Portier-Young.
Duke Divinity School occupies a unique place in the theological school landscape, combining academic rigor with a strong commitment to the church. At Duke, theological education isn’t just about what you learn in the classroom; it’s also about how that learning serves the church. Our faculty bring rigorous academic work into conversation with the life and mission of the church because they have a deep heart for the church and a commitment to the Kingdom of God.
"That integrative work is really a distinctive feature of what we do here at Duke Divinity School," says Portier-Young.