A new policy statement from the Association of Theological Schools encourages fully inclusive communities. Plus, a new residence hall mixes gown and town — seminarians live with young adults who have cognitive disabilities.

Presidents and deans with international experience spur North American theological schools toward greater engagement with world Christianity.

North American theological schools' international programs emphasize the two-way street of teaching and learning, sending and receiving -- a clear shift toward global partnership and away from traditional missionary models.