The first semester at Duke Divinity School can be really hard, but it will challenge you to develop a closer relationship to God and a deeper understanding of the church—equipping you to do incredible work in the world. Hear more from Anathea Portier-Young, professor of Old Testament at Duke Divinity School.

Duke Divinity student Emily Magen explains how the rigor of the first year becomes a foundation for lifelong learning and friendship, in rooms filled with whiteboards, big questions, and voices from different traditions learning side by side.

Assistant Professor of American Church History Aaron Griffith and NAE President Walter Kim also explore how historical forces and social dynamics influenced denominational development, public life, and the church’s witness.