Graduate Profiles 2025 - MTS

“I’ve come to understand that holiness isn’t reserved for extraordinary people or grand gestures—it’s found in doing small acts with great love.” 

“I hope to be remembered by my honesty in just how much I do not know, my passion for the people I love, and for living these two years as fully myself as humanly possible.”

“The experience has not only shaped my academic and professional goals but has also profoundly impacted my personal growth and development.”

“I hope to be remembered as a formidable advocate of interdisciplinary scholarship.”

“At HDS, I learned the most from my adviser, Professor Goudarzi, as well as Professors Nasser and El-Rouayheb from NELC, who inspired me with their critical approaches to texts, patience in instructing students, and dedication to teaching.” 

“I will be starting my PhD in Religion at Harvard University this fall! I hope to continue researching the representation of women in early Christian material culture and literature alongside the intersection of religion and media.”

“My perspective has broadened significantly. I’ve learned to question assumptions, appreciate complexity, and approach ideas with more openness and critical thought.” 

“After graduation, I’ll be teaching religious studies and philosophy at Northfield Mount Hermon School while pursuing a master's in teaching leadership.” 

“My favorite class was ‘Intro to the New Testament’ with Dr. Benjamin Dunning. It has forever changed how I go about reading and analyzing biblical texts.” 

“But when I say this––I say this all full of admiration for the jungle. It is not that I hate it. I love it. I love it very much. But I love it against my better judgment.” –Werner Herzog