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    Sherry Garrahan

    Associate Director of Enrollment Management

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    Candice Lovelace

    Recruitment Associate

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    Martha Redondo

    Associate Director of International Enrollment and Program Services

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    Sherry Garrahan
    Schedule a meeting with me to discuss any questions about the application, admissions and enrollment process. Please note, if you want to discuss international related matters please schedule an appointment with our colleague, Martha Redondo.

    Candice Lovelace
    Deciding whether Princeton Seminary is the place for you? Let's talk! As a recent alum of both the MDiv & MTE programs, I would love to be a thought partner as you navigate your discernment and application processes.

    Martha Redondo
    As a member of the Global Services Office, I welcome conversations with prospective international students about the application and enrollment process, immigration and travel concerns, and visa documentation.

    Meet with a peer counselor for guidance about the application and enrollment process and to learn more about what it's like to be a student at Princeton Seminary. See available appointments for each person by clicking the button below their name. 
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    Yami Falinya

    International MDiv Student

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    Lauryn Hankerson

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    Jamie Neal

    MDiv Student

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    Taylor Silvestri

    Dual MDiv/MACEF Student

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    Yami Falinya
    Program, year: MDiv, 2nd year
    Hometown: Salima, Malawi
    Undergrad: The University of Malawi
    What I was doing prior to seminary: teaching high school
    Fun Fact: I'm afraid of heights but I'm looking forward to bungee jumping one day (Please don't push me!)
    What brought me to this PTS program: To pursue ordained ministry in the PC(USA)
    Favorite class or class you are most looking forward to: Introductory Biblical Hebrew (someone told me it's gonna be a rollercoaster so, bring it on!)
    The Princeton area is …: nostalgic to the garden of Eden, the natural scenery reminds me of the beauty in creation!

    Lauryn Hankerson
    Program, year: MDiv - Middler
    Hometown: Piscataway, NJ
    Undergrad: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
    What I was doing prior to seminary: I was working in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical trial research and project management. I also completed my Master of Science degree in Healthcare Management from American University.
    Fun Fact: I used to do all forms of dancing such as ballet, tap, modern, and hip-hop.
    What brought me to PTS: I wanted to be part of a well-rounded and diverse community with a strong foundation of faith, knowledge, and tradition, and I knew PTS would be able to give me that.
    Favorite class: I thoroughly enjoyed On Christologies and Public Life taught by Professor Dirk Smit. I am looking forward to Intro to Preaching and Black Liberationist and Womanist Christologies.
    The Princeton area is …: peaceful, but also great for exploring attractions, restaurants, and spots in the downtown area.

    Jamie Neal
    Program, year: MDiv - Middler
    Hometown: Houma, LA
    Undergrad: Southwestern Assemblies of God University
    What I was doing prior to seminary: Various church ministries while completing my BA in Theological Studies online and working at the county hospital
    Fun Fact: I've traveled the world as a U.S. Marine!
    What brought me to PTS: I was determined to attend a seminary that welcomes diversity so I could better understand other faith traditions, enabling me to become a more effective minister. Through much prayer and consideration, I discerned God leading me here!
    Favorite class: Dr. Olson's Life Together: Commandments and Community has been amazing. I'm looking forward to Theology classes as well as Dr. Wagner's Preaching and Trauma course next year.
    The Princeton area is …: great for everyone! Whether one prefers the city life or rural outdoors, it's all within proximity ...and there are amazing coffee shops!

    Taylor Silvestri (they/them)
    Program, year: MDiv - Senior
    Hometown: Clarks Summit, PA
    Undergrad: Champlain College (Burlington, VT)
    What I was doing prior to seminary: I spent my first career as a Resident Director in various Residential Life offices at midsize to large universities across the US.
    Fun Fact: I have a knuckle tattoo.
    What brought me to PTS: Having felt God's call on my life to professional ministry at 15, I felt that I should probably stop avoiding that at 30, and get myself to seminary!
    Favorite class: I truly can't choose.  Every class I've taken with Dr. Hinds, Dr. Wagner, and Dr. Stewart-Kroeker have been stellar.
    The Princeton area is …: adorable, and filled with many little treats!