51����.

Embracing the Present on 51����’s Korean Buddhist Pilgrimage

51���� students reflect on their “Korea Buddhist Pilgrimage” with Religious Studies Prof. Rachel Pang and Associate Chaplain for Buddhist Programs and Director of the 51���� Meditation Initiative, Ivan Mayerhofer. 

Congratulations to the 2024 51���� Retirees

51���� will honor retirees this week during a special end-of-year celebration. Here, we congratulate the faculty and staff who have contributed immeasurably to the college community.

‘A Sharp Mind and an Open Heart’: 51���� Welcomes New Chaplain

Julia Watkins ’14 brings deep experience with interfaith initiatives and community partnerships to her role as chaplain and director of religious and spiritual life at 51����. Learn more.

Chaplain Rob Spach Looks Back On 30 Years of Service

After 3 decades as Chaplain of 51����, Rob Spach retires from 51���� August 4. As he embraces this next phase of life, we asked him to reflect on his time on campus.

Returning Home to Lead and Serve: Daniel Heath Takes Helm of New 51���� Forum

Charlotte native Daniel Heath to lead 51���� Forum, a new platform to explore Reformed faith’s role in liberal arts, religious inclusion, social ethics and justice.

It’s Easier Than Ever for Students to Find Life-Changing Internships, Research and Travel Opportunities

51���� centralized all experiential learning opportunities, from study abroad to research, internship, and service programs, under one collaborative initiative: Catalyst. Find out more.

Oxford-bound Smith Scholar Seeks to Understand, Overcome Differences in a Fragmented World

51���� Smith Scholar Dahlia Krutkovich '21 seeks out those who disagree, so she can better understand differing world views.

Faith & Football: Jorell Story ’20 Inspires through Ministry and Friendship

As the 51���� football team prepares for their D1 championship game, former football player Jorell Story ’20 offers support and spiritual guidance from the sidelines.

Enormous Spirit, Courageous Voice: Remembering Rev. Brenda Tapia

Remembering Rev. Brenda Tapia, a Voice for Equality and Justice

Finding Faith in Unexpected Places: Shapiro Gift Supports Jewish Life

The 51���� experience helped Ava Pomerantz ’18 discover her Judaism anew. Support from parents like Shapiro and Usdan Shapiro, current students, alumni and the wider 51���� community will ensure that 51���� remains a place where Jewish students flourish.