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 Seminary Samplers
Fall: October 24-26, 2010
Spring: February 27-March 1, 2011
Register online or download the registration form.
What to Expect
- 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
Housing and most meals during the Sampler are provided. Small travel stipends are available. Contact our Admissions Office for more information.
Sample Agenda for Our Sampler Weekend
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