Alumni
Welcome Home Central Seminary Alumni
Through gatherings, retreats, lifelong learning opportunities, and ministry opening listings, we engage our alums in building a strong, worldwide community of Central alumni. Join others in making and sustaining meaningful connections that will enhance your personal and professional lives.
Some of the common questions we receive are:
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Welcome
Alumni
Alumni Opportunities
Audit a Course
Interested in updating your skills or knowledge in a particular area of ministry? You can audit our graduate-level courses, such as Homiletics, Media for Ministry Development, and Marriage and Family Counseling.
Continuing Education
Consider developing knowledge and skillsets through our Professional Certificates in Chaplaincy or Peace and Justice Ministry.
Advanced Degrees
Reach new ministry vocational goals by pursuing another advanced degree such as our Master of Arts in Counselor or Doctor of Ministry.
Connect with Others
Get involved in activities of The Well including our annual alumni retreat and other events.
Career Opportunities
We’re invested in the long-term success of our students and alumni. Learn more about ministry opportunities across the United States.
View Job Openings
Retreats, Peer Support, and Continuing Education
Learn More about The Well
Alumni Spotlight
Join Us! Our Alumni Event Schedule:
Alumni Retreat Information Coming Soon! – June 16, 2025
Alums are welcome at all Central events. Click on this link to see a full list.
Alumni Award for Ministry Excellence
The Alumni Award for Ministry Excellence is presented by Central Seminary to alumni who have made extraordinary contributions in their ministry context and exemplify the mission, values, and legacy of Central Seminary.
2025Denise Hill & Jeff Buscher
- 2021 Soozi Whitten Ford & Walter Lanier
- 2019 Sharon Cantrell & Matthew Silvers
- 2018 Steve Neal & Rakmi Shaiza
- 2017 Joanna Harader, Danny L. Jack & Seung John Lee
- 2016 Justin Anderson, Cheryl Harader & Wayne Paulsen
- 2015 Heather Entrekin & Cedric Rowan
- 2014 Lee Jost & Angela Lowe
- 2013 Cliff Caton & Kapzamang Sonna
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