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The Association of Theological Schools and the In Trust Center are presenting (or co-presenting) three webinars in upcoming months that will be of interest to leaders of theological schools. The webinars cover student data, shared governance, and seminary finances and are designed to educate members of the board, faculty, and administration of theological schools on these essential topics.

 


ESQ Webinar: 2015-2016 Total School Profile Highlights

The first, “ESQ Webinar: 2015-2016 Total School Profile Highlights” is a free webinar presented by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). The webinar will present highlights from the most recent Entering Student Questionnaire (ESQ), an annual survey of entering students administered by ATS. The ESQ collects demographic data from students, as well as information about how they came to seminary and vocational goals after graduation. According to ATS, the webinar is “designed for academic administrators and would also benefit faculty and board members who are interested in trends in theological education.”

Wednesday, January 20, 2016. 2:30 p.m. EST (60 minutes)
Free

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Who’s in charge? Effective decision making in a time of crisis and fundamental change

Who’s in charge? Is a webinar on shared governance co-presented by ATS and the In Trust Center. Presenters will include Daniel Aleshire, ATS Executive Director, Richard Bliese, president of the In Trust Center, and researcher Barbara Wheeler. The three will discuss how effective governance addresses the fundamental challenges facing theological education.

Thursday, January 21, 2016. 1:00 p.m. EST (60 minutes)
Free

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Do you understand theological school finances?

Do you understand theological school finances?” is presented by the In Trust Center, and will feature expert consultant Anthony Ruger. He will focus on the concept of economic equilibrium and its importance to your school. This webinar is designed for all stakeholders in theological education, not just the CFO or members of the finance committee.

Tuesday, March 8, 2016. 1:00 p.m. EST (60 minutes)
Members: $100. Nonmembers: $150.

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Looking for more information? Check out “Getting the most out of webinars,” our guide to webinars. Or visit www.intrust.org/webinars for a listing of upcoming and past webinars. 

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