Alumni

When Hospitality is Defiance: 2025 Service of Matriculation Sermon

“When everything seems to suggest that it is not the time to be welcoming, not the time to be gracious, not the time to practice love, then, that is precisely the right moment to be defiant and to practice hospitality…and so, dear friends, welcome to Boston University School of Theology.” Associate dean for Academic Affairs […]

Looking Back on 2024

As we reflect on the moments that shaped our year, BUSTH celebrates the growth, achievements, and inspiring stories from our beloved community. From events celebrating groundbreaking research to personal moments of meaningful connection, 2024 has been a year of transformation and impact. Join us in revisiting these highlights and celebrating the spirit of seeking peace […]

Identifying as Fat

“‘Fat’ is a dirty word in society…we avoid the word ‘fat’ at every turn.” Rev. Dr. Anastasia Kidd (STH’04,’18) discusses one of the primary functions of fat liberation – reclaiming the word “fat” and using it as a neutral identifier – which was integral for her new book “Fat Church.”

A Global Network of Alumni

As part of our annual Community Day, the School of Theology had the pleasure of listening to William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor Dana Robert as she told stories of the global human network of our alumni/ae. In this excerpt from her talk, Dr. Robert reviewed only a handful of our alumni/ae and their work with […]