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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.

Maci Sepp
As a graduate of the MDiv and ThM programs, I can share my experience as a student and offer advice on applying to Princeton Theological Seminary.

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Henry Burt
Program, year: PhD, Year 4
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Undergrad: St. Olaf College
What I was doing prior to seminary: Becoming Lutheran
Fun Fact: I was a Psychology and an Exercise Science double major
What brought me to PTS: Great correspondence with the Admissions office. Having worked all four years as a student representative in the Admissions office at my college, I knew this was a sure sign of institutional integrity and great years to come!
Favorite class: Psychology of Religion doctoral seminar
The Princeton area is …: a quaint, homey slice of heaven in between all the wonderful hustle and bustle of Philadelphia and New York

Jessica Estrada
Program, year: MAT, 2nd year
Hometown: Ontario, California
Undergrad: Vanguard University, California
What I was doing prior to seminary: MA at Azusa Pacific University and currently Assistant Director at UC Riverside
Fun Fact: I love hiking, adventures in nature, and space!
What brought me to this PTS program: I joined the MAT program to better understand social justice concerns and their impact on society, and, more importantly, to learn how to apply theological concepts for positive change.
Favorite class: Theology of Leadership
The MAT program is …: more than just a course of study for me; it speaks directly to my heart and my life's calling. It challenges me to examine, "What is God doing in my life through my work?" I believe this program is preparing me for significant work in the world, providing a solid and genuine theological foundation to help restore justice wherever God calls me.

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.

Jake Harrell
Program, year: Dual MDiv/MACEF, 2nd Year
Hometown: Norman, OK
Undergrad: Oklahoma City University
What I was doing prior to seminary: Director of Youth Ministries
Fun Fact: I like to listen to comedy and improv podcasts.
What brought me to PTS: I wanted to go to a seminary where I could pursue research in Christian Education and Practical Theology.
Favorite class: Youth, Church, and Culture.
The Princeton area is …: very different from home but the trees are so beautiful.

Tonya Miles
Program, year: MAT, 2nd year
Hometown: Mitchellville, Maryland
Undergrad: Princeton University
What I was doing prior to seminary: I was a Nonprofit National Program Director
Fun Fact: My favorite color is blue, all shades of blue!
What brought me to this PTS program: I was drawn to PTS because of its leadership in doing online theological education!
Favorite class: All classes have been my uniquely 'favorite'!
The MAT program is …: equipping me to theologically lead as I serve God's people.

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!

Shreya Ramachandran
Program, year: MTS - Senior
Hometown: Normal, IL
Undergrad: Moody Bible Institute
What I was doing prior to seminary: I was in undergrad!
Fun Fact: I have 5 siblings!
What brought me to PTS: Working with the Center for Asian American Christianity
Favorite class: African American Religious History
The Princeton area is …: quaint and charming!

Mary Shelley Reid
Program, year: MDiv - Senior
Hometown: Clemson, SC
Undergrad: Furman University
What I was doing prior to seminary: I studied English & Religion at Furman and graduated in 2022.
Fun Fact: I have an orange tabby cat named Flannery!
What brought me to PTS: campus community and scholarship that is committed in both rigor and compassion.
Favorite class: Biblical Poetry and the Practice of Ministry with Anne Stewart!
The Princeton area is …: beautiful! There's so much to explore just outside of Princeton.

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!