Forthcoming events at the School of Divinity, together with an events archive Latest news Find out what's in the news at New College. Divinity events Upcoming and past events in the School of Divinity or led by our academics. Short courses for the Church Community As part of the work of New College to resource the Church of Scotland and beyond, the School of Divinity offers a range of short courses for lay and ordained people. While the courses are open to everyone, they are particularly aimed at those in churches who seek to develop their understanding of Christian theology, worship and mission. Understanding Buddhism – Short Course A short course that offers a comprehensive analysis of Buddhism so that learners can appreciate the diversity and complexity of Buddhism as a lived religion. Public Lecture Series For more than a century, the School of Divinity has been host to a number of prestigious endowed public lecture series. School seminars Regular seminars are held in each research area, throughout the two academic semesters. Visitors are warmly invited to attend. All seminars are held in New College. Coffee Saints at the Rainy Hall Our beautiful social space, Rainy Hall, is home to Coffee Saints – Edinburgh’s newest, freshest Social Enterprise Café ran by the Grassmarket Community Project. New College 175th Anniversary In 2021, the School celebrated the 175th anniversary of the day when Dr Thomas Chalmers laid the foundation stone of New College on the Mound: 3 June 1846. Obituaries Tributes to alumni who have died, as posted in the media or submitted by colleagues, family and friends. This article was published on 2024-03-19
