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Seminary Sampler

The Seminary Sampler is a three-day visit event designed to give prospective students a "taste" of LSTC life. Here, they will have the opportunity to discern with other prospective students a call to ministry and how LSTC might be the place for them. Information given will include meeting students, faculty and staff, an introduction to our programs, a tour of LSTC and the surrounding neighborhood, possibilities for financial assistance, and much more. Housing, most meals, and some travel reimbursement are available.

Upcoming LSTC Seminary Samplers

Spring: March 14-16, 2010
Fall: October 24-26, 2010

Registration Form: Online | Word | PDF

Housing and most meals during the Sampler are provided. Small travel stipends are available. Contact our Admissions Office for more information.

We also offer the chance for you to set up an individual visit to LSTC. To check on availability of openings without housing for this event or if you are interested in an individual visit, please contact the Admissions office at admissions@lstc.edu or 800 635-1116 ext 726.

What to expect on your weekend

  • Explore and discern your call
  • Learn about the different educational programs offered at LSTC
  • Experience seminary life and community
  • Experience the neighborhood of Hyde Park
  • Participate in community worship
  • Learn about different financial aid options
  • Meet 25 to 35 other prospective students
  • Enjoy complimentary housing and most meals

Agenda for Our Sampler Weekend

| Download Our Sampler Agenda: PDF |

Sunday:

  • Church for early arrivals
  • Registration
  • Welcome, Campus Tour
  • Sharing Call Stories
  • Free time -- Relax!
  • Dinner with LSTC students
  • Evening Prayer - LSTC Augustana Chapel

Monday:

  • Breakfast with students- Refectory
  • Class visits
  • All campus Worship - LSTC Augustana Chapel
  • Meet with Dean of Chapel
  • Lunch with Dean of Academic Affairs and LSTC President
  • Tours of Housing and Neighborhood
  • Discussions on Admissions & Financial Aid
  • Free Time - Relax! (Or sign up for individual appointments with Dorothy)
  • All community dinner - Refectory
  • Your choice: Class visits/City fun/Rest

Tuesday:

  • Breakfast in Refectory - with Faculty/Staff/Students
  • Class Visits OR Free time OR Optional Candidacy Discussion
  • Worship
  • Meet with Dean of Community
  • Lunch with faculty
  • Sending Prayer
  • Your choice: Class visits (Including U of C-SSA) OR sign-up for individual appointments with Dorothy

Follow this link to get a Map and Driving directions to LSTC

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