Graduate Profile: Michael C. Fuhrman, MDiv '25 

How I've Changed  

I have a new definition of "taking myself seriously." There are lots of things I'd tell my younger self. The value of our work is ours alone to decide. Approach life as limitless, not strict, and develop a healthy suspension of disbelief. Live ludic. I also think that I see myself as emerging out of a tradition of writers and thinkers. More a member than admirer of their works and beliefs. Have trust in your instincts and listen more, there are always people who want to expand your horizons. 

Memorable Moment 

Coming home one day and finding in the mail my final paper for Henry Louis Gates Jr.'s "African American Literary Tradition" riddled with red ink. The kind of care and challenge I'd never received from an educator before. 

Favorite Class or Professor 

Both of my preaching classes, “Public Preaching” with Dan Smith and “Christian Preaching” with Matthew Potts, were my favorite courses. It was so exciting to synthesize my learning into sermons and, most of all, hear my classmates' stories and wisdom. My advice to future students: take more preaching. It's writing and thinking and speaking and building a community of others. What more could we hope for from school? 

Message of Thanks  

First Diana Eck, who inspired my flight to Divinity School. It was lovely to call her my adviser until her retirement. Matthew Potts for his willingness to take me on as an advisee, openness to winding conversations, and care for writing. Diane Moore for her advising and integrity. 

Future Plans 

I am moving to Western Connecticut and will begin teaching Upper School Humanities at the Wooster School.