New name, new future!

Today was an exciting time in the life of Anderson University and the Master of Ministry program.

At commencement this morning, President Whitaker announced an $8 million dollar gift for the graduate program in ministry. I am now Dean of the David T. Clamp Graduate School of Christian Ministry.

Mr. Clamp's story is an amazing one. Born on a farm near Honea Path, SC, he spent his career in government service, primarily with the Civil Aeronautics Board. He lived modestly, saving and investing his money, with a dream of leaving it to invest in the training of ministers. In recent years as he was in declining health, his wife Jane has been his partner in making sure his dream would come to fruition. Last October, Mr. Clamp went to be with the Lord, and now his legacy has been realized through Anderson University.

This gift is an incredible investment in the training of ministers, and provides the kind of financial stability that many seminaries and divinity schools can only dream of having. Every student who studies with us and goes on to ministry service will be a part of the legacy of David and Jane Clamp. Thanks be to God for men and women of faith who are willing to invest themselves and their resources in Kingdom work. And may God help us to be faithful in carrying out the dream of these faithful servants.