Press Release

Dr. Ryan N. Danker will continue to lead the Wesleyan resource initiative.Wilmore, KY – October 1, 2026 – Asbury Theological Seminary today announced it has acquired the John Wesley Institute (JWI), formerly an academic research program of the Institute on Religion and Democracy (IRD). The acquisition is effective October 1, 2026. As part of the […]

WILMORE, Ky., September 15, 2026—As federal education funding undergoes sweeping change, Asbury Theological Seminary is proactively building a sustainable financial model that will strengthen students called to ministry. Asbury Theological Seminary will transition away from processing federal student loans, commonly known as Title IV funding, effective May 2027, becoming one of the first prominent seminaries […]

Six leaders with deep ties to Asbury Theological Seminary were selected for episcopal service at the denomination’s 2026 General Conference in Johannesburg WILMORE, Ky., September 3, 2026—Asbury Theological Seminary celebrates the election of six members of its extended community as bishops in the Global Methodist Church. The elections took place during the denomination’s 2026 General […]

WILMORE, Ky., June 25, 2026—Asbury Theological Seminary, a multi-denominational, evangelical seminary rooted in the Wesleyan tradition and serving over 75 different denominations, has been informed that the University Senate of The United Methodist Church (UMC) has decided to remove the institution from the list of approved schools of theology for the preparation of candidates for […]

Wilmore, KY — June 9, 2026 — Asbury Theological Seminary recently welcomed two new members to the Board of Trustees: Robert R. Duke and Ronald C. Walborn. The members of the board are excited about the wealth of experience and expertise each new member brings to Asbury Theological Seminary’s leadership. Robert R. Duke Robert R. […]

Wilmore, KY — June 2, 2026 — Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kenneth J. Collins to the newly created Paul S. and Jean R. Amos Endowed Chair in Wesleyan Theology. The position was created alongside the upcoming Ph.D. in Theology with a focus on Wesley Studies, funded by a […]

Wilmore, KY — March 10, 2026 — Asbury Theological Seminary will host a three-night Tent Meeting on its Wilmore, Kentucky, campus April 16, 17, and 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m. each evening. The event, themed “Renewal for the People of God,” is free and open to the public. Rooted in the outdoor camp meeting tradition […]

Wilmore, KY — January 15, 2025 — Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the appointments of three new directors who will play key roles in advancing the Seminary’s mission through strategic communications, marketing, and enrollment leadership: Amy Bouvier — Director of Marketing (effective September 2025) Gianfranco Ramirez — Director of Communications (effective October 2025) […]

Wilmore, KY — January 13, 2026 — Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has reaffirmed the Seminary’s accreditation through 2035. This milestone underscores Asbury Theological Seminary’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and institutional integrity. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission […]

Wilmore, KY — November 10, 2025 — The Asbury Theological Seminary Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in conjunction with the inaugural celebration of President David F. Watson. During the quarterly meeting, the board recognized significant milestones and transitions pertaining to members of the board. Peter J. Marra Elected as Board Member […]