Candler School of Theology students come from all walks of life, with different professional and academic experiences.
Some are returning to school after years away from the classroom, while others are making a career change, and others still are non-native English speakers.
That’s why Candler and Emory University offer a variety of programs and resources to help students meet the demands of the classroom. From sponsoring workshops and professional development events to providing an accessible and “barrier-free” environment, Candler and Emory ensure that every student has the opportunity to develop his or her gifts, in order to make a difference in the world.
The Writing Center offers individual consultations as well as group workshops for interested students. To schedule a consultation please visit our online reservation system.
One-on-One Writing Consultations
These 30-minute sessions are a time for students to gather feedback on their writing assignments—from sermons to scholarly research papers. The consultation can focus on idea generation, writing composition, or grammar and punctuation. The sign-up sheet is at the front desk in the Office of Student Life.
Writing Workshops and Resources
The Writing Center offers four workshops per semester, which focus on a variety of writing and academic skills such as managing your reading load or preparing for an exegesis paper. Check the Candler calendar for the schedule of upcoming workshops.
ESOL Writing and Academic Program
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Writing and Academic Program is designed to meet the needs of Candler’s diverse non-native English speaking community. ESOL language assessments and courses in written and oral English language skills are tailored to support first-year students’ academic success in theological studies at Candler.
Through the Office of Student Life, Candler offers financial support for student attendance at professional conferences and events offered by other organizations. Students who participate in these learning experiences are asked to share their findings with others at Candler both in academic and informal situations.
Emory University’s Department of Accessibility Services is committed to advancing an accessible and barrier-free environment for students, faculty, staff, patients, guests and visitors by ensuring that the principles of access, equity, inclusion and learning are realized in and by the Emory community.
Candler prepares leaders for the worldwide church and offers students the opportunity to enrich their learning experience by participating in a variety of international and U.S. study programs. Through academic exchanges, travel seminars and internships, students learn about diverse cultures and faith communities. As they witness and participate in God’s work around the world, Candler students transform their own vision of what it means to be faithful and creative leaders.
For more information about these programs visit the International Study & Travel page and the U.S. Study & Travel page.