Auburn Theological Seminary

Filing Period

Jul 1, 2011 to Jun 30, 2012

Signed

Nov 13, 2012

Return Version

2011v1.2

Gross Receipts

$11,720,822

Mission

Major Activities

Activity 2

Theological education:the center for the study of theological education ("cste") offers research and consulting to strengthen the institutions that educate religious leaders. Cste studies a wide range of topics, including students, faculty, finances, administrative leadership, educational programs and the public role of theological schools. Using their extensive database, cste consultants help schools evaluate programs, balance budgets, plan strategy, forge partnerships with other institutions, organize searches, and support seminary leadership, especially new presidents. Cste serves all religious groups and is the only research institute devoted solely to theological education.publications documenting the results of cste's regular and focused studies on critical issues and problems in graduate-level theological education are made available to decision-makers in theological education and church organizations and to the research community and the press. Cste publications include 15 editions of auburn studies, cste's signature research reports; nine background research reports and a 30-minute video to assist seminary students in financial planning. The number of persons benefited: graduate theological schools in the u.s. And canada depending on cste for the latest research on theological education: 260presidents, deans, faculty and trustees of theological schools, as well as church judicatory offices and others interested in the training of religious leaders in north america receiving copies of cste reports: 2,800schools or institutions contracting with cste in past 5 years for consulting service: 32

Activity 3

Media:auburn media provides media expertise to religious leaders and religious expertise to the media. Recognizing that so many turn to mainstream media and the internet for information, education, and inspiration, auburn media equips religious leaders to communicate effectively with and through the media, and helps journalists and other media makers connect with and cover the religious voices and stories we most need to hear.auburn media develops curricula and programs designed to use documentary films on social issues and religion to faith leaders who can use them in their work to educate and galvanize their constituents to do mission and service work.auburn media one-on-one trainings or group day-long trainings equip religious leaders with the skills, practice and messaging strategy they need in order to communicate effectively through various forms of media.auburn media's annual religion and media workshop at the american academy of religion provides an opportunity for academics who study religion, media and technology to share new thought, workshop new ideas, and build community. The number of persons benefited: 858

Filer

EIN

15-0532053