Dean's Report 2025

In her letter to the community looking back on the 2024-25 academic year, HDS Dean Marla F. Frederick emphasized the deep conviction and steadfast hope she has for all that HDS has to offer the world. 

Harvard Divinity School has a long-standing commitment to fostering leadership in an array of religious traditions.

The Women’s Studies in Religion Program continues to bring forth new research in the study of religion and gender while building a scholarly community that crosses generations, contexts, and continents. 

Professor Michelle C. Sanchez, MDiv ’09, PhD ’14, offers insights on the strength of faith and understanding from the Christian tradition and study of philosophy. 

In the spring 2025 semester, the Harvard Divinity School community explored the ways love is understood and practiced across different faith traditions throughout the "Love Through a Multifaith Lens" series.

Recent Harvard Divinity School graduate, Hannah DeSouza, reflects on faith, hope, and love.

Recent Harvard Divinity School graduate, André Holland, discusses his journey from Hollywood to Harvard.

Current Harvard Divinity School student, Michelle Millben, Esq., offers insights on public service as a sacred vocation.

Recent Harvard Divinity School graduate, Jack Tripp, shares his perspective on art, education, and expectant worship.

Jenna Carson, MDiv ’18, is a chaplain, writer, and podcast host. She recently completed her active duty with the U.S. Air Force, where she served as a military chaplain. She spoke with HDS about breaking glass ceilings and the work of chaplaincy.

In conversation with award-winning scholar Dianne M. Stewart, MDiv ’93.

Mario Cader-Frech, MRPL ’24, has honored the School’s commitment to educational programs and initiatives focused on religious literacy in media and entertainment with a gift to name the Cader Room.

Giving societies recognize the donors who are sustaining the mission of Harvard Divinity School—now, and for generations to come.