Perkins School of Theology
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One of SMU's three original schools, the theology school was renamed in 1945 to honor benefactors Joe J. and Lois Craddock Perkins of Wichita Falls, Texas.
Areas of Study: Perkins offers Master's degrees in divinity, theological studies, church ministries, sacred music, and religious studies, and doctoral degrees in ministry and religious studies. Affiliation: Perkins is one of five university-related theological institutions of The United Methodist Church, offering opportunities for interdisciplinary learning.
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[edit] Internships
Perkins devotes four faculty members to full-time direction of the Intern Program.
[edit] Specialized Study
The Mexican-American Program is a national training center for students planning to minister in the Spanish-speaking context and culture.
[edit] Resources
The Bridwell Library houses a religious studies research collection of more than 385,000 volumes and outstanding rare book, Bible, and manuscript collections.
[edit] Notable Alumni/ae
[edit] Notable Faculty
John C. Holbert, the Lois Craddock Perkins Professor of Homiletics
Marjorie Procter-Smith, the LeVan Professor of Preaching and Worship
