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  • What It Means to Be a United Methodist-Related Institution
    Published On: March 4, 2026

    The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) has released an updated version of What It Means to Be Related to a United Methodist Church with Education in Its DNA, reaffirming the church’s enduring commitment to church-related education.

  • GBHEM scholarship fuels Kamara’s vision for inclusive worship ministry
    Published On: March 3, 2026

    Salia Kamara’s vision for ministry is rooted in justice, inclusion and the transformative power of worship. Thanks to a General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) scholarship, Kamara is one step closer to realizing his vision.

  • Reflections for Lent 2026: Driving safely into the future
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    Now, in a new office and new setting, that Scott Erickson print hangs proudly. You’ll see it just over my shoulder on Zoom calls, reminding me that What I love is God and God’s people coming together, wherever and however we may do so.

  • Lenten Reflections 2026: The Rev. Sharon Wiley Wright
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    As college chaplain of Emory & Henry University, Sharon Wiley Wright views her work with students as both a calling and a privilege. A 1994 alumna, Wright has spent the past 11 years shaping the spiritual life of the campus through mentorship, teaching, and pastoral care.

  • Black College Fund Support Helps Sustain Dillard University’s Mission and Legacy
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    NEW ORLEANS — At Dillard University, the Black College Fund (BCF) of The United Methodist Church is doing more than preserving infrastructure — it’s sustaining a legacy of faith-based education and empowerment for historically underserved students at this UM-related university in Louisiana, says Monique Guillory, Dillard’s president.

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Scholarship Portal Opens

January 7 - March 6

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) scholarship application portal opens January 6 for United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.

GRASP SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE

The International Grants and Scholarships (GRASP) Program for international students application portal closes on March 6. This is a competitive, need-based scholarship for United Methodist students enrolled in a college, seminary or university.

U.S. Scholarship Portal

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry scholarship application portal closes on March 6 for United Methodist students seeking scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study at colleges, universities and seminaries in the United States. Potential scholarships awarded range from $500 to $1,200, on average.

Wespath Training for UMEA Clergy

April 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Learn about unique pension challenges for endorsed clergy and how to handle them from Wespath Benefits and Investments, a general agency of The United Methodist Church.

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UMEA Endorsement 101 Webinar

April 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT

Learn about the many meaningful ways to serve in settings such as healthcare, the military, life coaching, therapeutic counseling, workplace ministries, and more from UMEA's director, Rev. Dr. Kent Lundy. Register Today Share with friends