PRINCETON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY 2015–2016 Catalogue VOLUME XXXIX Princeton Theological Seminary Catalogue This catalogue is an account of the academic year 2014–2015 and an announcement of the proposed program for the 2015–2016 academic year. While it has been prepared based on the best information available at the time of its publication, all information, including statements of fees, course offerings, and admission and graduation requirements, is subject to change without notice. This catalogue should not be construed as a contract between the Seminary and any potential, current, or former student or any third party. The projected programs for 2015–2016 are subject to change without notice and are in no way binding upon the Seminary. Tuition and fees listed herein cover the 2015–2016 academic year and are also subject to change in subsequent years without notice. 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Sons of the Prophets: Leaders in Protestantism from Princeton Seminary, copyright ©1963 by Princeton University Press, reprinted with permission. e Catalogue f 2015–2016 Two Hundred and Fourth Year 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 609.921.8300 ptsem.edu cat1516 e i f cat1516 e ii f cat1516 Table of Contents Princeton Theological Seminary Catalogue inside front cover Accreditation inside front cover Main Campus Map ii Academic Calendars 2015–2016 and 2016–2017 1 2015–2016 1 2016–2017 2 Communication with the Seminary 4 Visiting the Campus 7 Board of Trustees 8 Officers 8 Trustees Emeriti/ae 8 Members 9 Administration and Professional Staff 10 Faculty 18 Overview 26 Mission Statement 26 A Brief History 27 Worship Life 30 Masters’-level Programs 31 Application 31 Degree Application Deadlines 32 Advanced Standing/Transfer Credits 32 Mid-year Admissions 33 Admission Requirements for Master of Divinity Program, Master of Arts Program, Master of Divinity/ Master of Arts Dual-degree Program, and Master of Arts (Theological Studies), 33 Non-Degree Students 34 Auditing and Auditors 34 Unclassified Students 35 Academic Advising 35 Master of Divinity Program 36 Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Learning Goals 36 Curriculum 37 History 38 Theology 38 Practical Theology 38 Field Education 38 Breadth Requirement 39 Capstone Project Requirement 39 Electives 40 Part-time Study 40 Credit and Course Load Stipulations 41 Master of Arts Program 41 Master of Arts (M.A.) Learning Goals 42 Degree Requirements 42 Master of Divinity/Master of Arts Dual-degree Program 48 Master of Arts /Master of Divinity Dual Degree Program (M.A./M.Div. Dual) Learning Goals 48 Post-M.Div. M.A. Program 48 Master of Arts (Theological Studies) Program 48 Learning Goals 49 Admission Requirements 49 Curriculum 51 cat1516 e iii f cat1516 Master of Theology Program (advanced master degree) 51 Master of Theology (Th.M.) Learning Goals 52 Admission Requirements 52 Curriculum 53 Doctor of Philosophy Program 55 Ph.D. Vision Statement 55 Ph.D. Learning Goals 56 Admission Requirements 56 Language Requirements 57 Application 59 Program of Study 61 The Teaching Apprenticeship Program (TAP) 65 Preparing Ph.D. Students for the Teaching Ministry 65 Ph.D. Seminars at Princeton University 66 Areas and Fields of Study 67 AREA I: Biblical Studies 67 AREA II: History and Ecumenics 73 AREA III: Theology 76 AREA IV: Practical Theology 77 AREA V: Religion and Society 79 Additional Programs and Requirements 81 Joint M.Div. and M.S.W. Program in Ministry and Social Work 81 National Capital Semester for Seminarians (NCSS) 82 Presbyterian Exchange Program 83 International Exchange Programs 83 Doctoral Research Scholars Program (DRSP) at Princeton Theological Seminary 84 International Students 86 Visiting Scholars 87 Academic Regulations and Procedures: The Handbook 87 Other Educational Opportunities at the Seminary 89 Continuing Education 89 Educational Offerings 89 The Institute for Youth Ministry 89 The Farminary Project 90 The Engle Institute of Preaching 91 The Erdman Center: Lodging, Facilities, and the Art Gallery 91 The Office of Multicultural Relations 92 Asian American Program (AAP) 93 Summer Language Program 94 The Hispanic Theological Initiative 94 Hispanic Summer Program 96 Inter-institutional Arrangements 96 Courses of Study 97 Biblical Studies 100 Old Testament 100 New Testament 110 Departmental Faculty 122 Adjunct Faculty 123 Graduate Instructors 123 History and Ecumenics 124 Church History 124 Ecumenics 134 History of Religions 140 Departmental Faculty 144 Adjunct Faculty 145 e iv f cat1516 Theology 146 Christian Ethics 146 Doctrinal Theology 149 Philosophy 158 Departmental Faculty 162 Adjunct Faculty 163 Graduate Instructors 163 Practical Theology 164 Education and Formation 164 Pastoral Care and Specialized Ministries 174 Speech Communication in Ministry 181 Preaching 184 Worship 188 Departmental Faculty 195 Administrative Faculty 196 Administrative Personnel 196 Adjunct Faculty 197 Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow 197 Religion and Society 198 Faculty 200 Administrative Personnel 201 General Requirements and Electives 203 Field Education 203 Denominational History, Theology, and Polity 207 The Institute for Youth Ministry 212 Ph.D. Seminars and PhD Continuation 213 Teaching Apprenticeship Program (T.A.P.) Colloquia Course Descriptions 213 PhD Continuation (For students in years 5–9.) 213 Field Education 214 Program 214 Placement Opportunities 215 Field Education Advisement System 216 Events 216 The Center for Black Church Studies 217 The Center for Theology and Gender Studies 218 Lutheran Studies Concentration for M.Div. Students 220 Worship Studies 220 Mission, Ecumenics, and History of Religions (MEHR) 221 Religion and Society Program 223 Two Conceptual Foci 223 Scope of the Program 223 Faculty Research Areas 223 Interdisciplinary Ethos 224 Seminary and University Scholarship 224 U.S. and International Scholarship 225 The Tennent School of Christian Education 225 Seminary Resources 226 The Seminary Library 226 Additional Information 227 IT Services 227 Computer Resource Centers 228 Educational Media 228 Child Care 229 Placement Services 229 The Writing Center 230 cat1516 e v f cat1516 Tuition, Fees, Housing, and Meal Plans 231 Tuition and Fees for 2015–2016 231 Tuition 231 Current Fees 233 Housing and Meal Plans 235 Residence Halls 235 Apartments 236 Meal Plans 237 Room and Board during Summer Session 237 Financing Your Seminary Education 238 Tuition Installment Plan (TIP) 238 Federal Aid 238 Federal Direct Loan 238 Federal Work Study (FWS) 238 Self-support 239 Institutional Aid for M.Div., M.A., M.A.(TS), and Dual-degree Candidates 239 Merit-based Aid 239 Need-based Aid 240 Presbyterian Church (USA) Denominational Aid 240 Financial Aid for Studies Grant 240 International Scholars 241 Ph.D. Candidates 241 Merit Tuition Scholarships 242 Princeton Doctoral Fellowships 242 The George S. Green Fellowship for Doctoral Study 242 Trustees Merit Scholarships 242 First-Year Research Assistantship 242 Teaching Assistantships 243 Additional Information 243 Awards and Prizes 244 Senior Class Fellowships 244 Prizes and Special Awards 245 Summary of Students in 2014–2015 259 Degrees Conferred in 2015* 259 Statement of Educational Effectiveness 260 Activities and Special Lectureships 2015–2016 262 Student Government and Koinonia 262 Special Lectureships 262 INDEX 263 West Windsor Campus Map 266 Opportunities to Support PTS inside back cover e vi f cat1516 Academic Calendars 2015–2016 and 2016–2017 2015–2016 Summer Session 2015 June 1 Monday Summer registration deadline without penalty June 19 Friday Final deadline for summer registration June 29 Monday Greek and Hebrew classes begin. New Student Orientation July 3 Friday Fourth of July holiday, offices closed/no classes July 8 Wednesday Deadline for continuing students fall semester registration July 16 Thursday Online registration opens for entering students. July 24–25 Friday–Saturday Presbyterian ordination examinations Aug. 12 Wednesday Deadline for entering students to complete the admissions process Aug.