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The Duke Chronicle has named Professor Powery a Duke leader "for his guidance on matters of race and ethics and his constant spiritual support for the entire university."

Dr. Brent Strawn and graduate Caleb Strawn at the 97th Baccalaureate Service

Celebrating the 2023 Graduates of Duke Divinity School

The school celebrated its 97^th Baccalaureate Service on May 13, with Dr. Warren Smith, professor of historical theology and director of the Th.D. program, preaching.

Williams to Direct the Office of Black Church Studies

Williams, who currently serves as curator of religion for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, will assume the role on July 1.

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Black Churches and Green Funerals

Green funeral and burial practices can be part of the Black Church tradition, aesthetics, and sensitivity to ecological justice, argues Duke Divinity D.Min. candidate Sequola Collins.

Celebrating the 2021 Graduates of Duke Divinity School

Reflections and events mark the end of their extraordinary journey.

Duke Divinity Announces Three New Faculty Will Join the School

Three new faculty members will build on the strengths of Duke Divinity School in the history of Christianity and add gifts and expertise in denominational and Latinx theology.

2020-21 Academic Awards for Students Announced

Online Closing Convocation also features blessing and commissioning for departing Dean L. Gregory Jones.

Statement on Chauvin Verdict

Dean L. Gregory Jones and incoming Dean Edgardo Colón-Emeric address the Divinity School community in the wake of the Derek Chauvin trial.

"But What About Oprah?" The Racial Wealth Gap and Reparations

America's obsession with Black celebrity distracts from the reality of Black poverty and the racial wealth gap. Reparations could help address the disparities.

International Event Promotes Cross-Cultural and Anti-Racist Ministry

The March 25 event featured The Most Rev. Michael Curry and an international panel of Anglican leaders.

Asian Americans Tried To Fit In — And We Still Became Targets

Now it’s time to speak out against hate and stand up for each other, writes D.Min. student Daniel Lee.

Accomplished African American Women Continue Their Journeys at Duke Divinity School

In celebration of Women's History Month, Duke Divinity is highlighting the stories of four inspiring African American women.

“What Shall I Do With This People?”

Katherine H. Smith shares a Lenten invitation to healing and community in a time of constraints and pandemics.