The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
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- Buyer type:
- Higher Education
- Location:
- Fort Worth, TX
- Country:
- US
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Key metrics and characteristics
City
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Fort Worth
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,850
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
494603
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Lions
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
300.7
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
28%
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Board meetings and strategic plans from The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
The event celebrated Founders Day and the unveiling and dedication of the presidential portrait of the 10th president, Dr. David S. Dockery. Discussion topics included a review of the seminary's turnaround under Dr. Dockery's leadership, specifically regarding financial stewardship, enrollment growth, and a renewed focus on core values and prayer. A formal resolution was presented by faculty, staff, and administration honoring the president's administrative accomplishments and contributions to theological scholarship.
This document is an interview transcript discussing leadership and strategic planning in times of crisis and change. It highlights the importance of breaking down large challenges into manageable steps, ensuring frequent and clear communication, and cultivating a sense of hope and encouragement. The discussion emphasizes institutional flexibility, adaptability to new operational norms (e.g., academic calendars, social distancing), and a renewed focus on core mission, pastoral care, and resilience. It also underscores the significance of trusting in God's providence and relying on biblical wisdom to navigate unforeseen difficulties and build a positive future.
The discussion, titled 'Elliott Coffee Talk,' featured Dr. Malcolm Yarnell, research professor of systematic theology, presenting on the topic 'God in Human Dignity.' The presentation focused on the biblical theology underpinning human dignity, referencing passages from Genesis 9, and advocating for the sanctity of human personality as articulated in the Baptist Faith and Message confession. Key discussion points addressed societal challenges that threaten human dignity, including abortion, withdrawal of life-sustaining care, racism, abuse, and persecution of religious minorities. The speaker emphasized that human dignity, derived from being created in God's image and secured through Christ's sacrifice, is inherent and precedes state or church dogma. Resolutions were then presented to reaffirm this dignity across various dimensions, such as for the unborn, individuals with disabilities, different ethnicities, and across gender lines, while also denouncing related societal evils like racism and sexual abuse.
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