PThU News
- Prof Klaas Spronk acting rector PThUThe Supervisory Board of the Protestant Theological University (PThU) has appointed Prof Klaas Spronk, currently professor of Old Testament at PThU, as acting rector of PThU from 1 May 2024. He will hold this position until a new rector is appointed. The General Synod of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands took up this appointment today.
- PThU appoints two new professorsThe Protestant Theological University has appointed two new professors: Dr habil. Mirella Klomp as professor of Practical Theology and Dr Lieve Teugels as professor of Judaica. The synod of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands reached a consensus decision on these appointments on Friday 19 April.
- PThU and ETF Leuven launch research on hope in agriculture and healthcareThere are several crises in the public debate on agriculture and healthcare, where the future is uncertain. In these crises, what is the role of hope? For example, what do healthcare providers and farmers hope for? In May, the Protestant Theological University (PThU) will start a four-year research on this subject together with the Evangelical Theological Faculty (ETF) Leuven. The research also pays attention to the role of hope in Christian theology. The lead researchers (Van den Heuvel, ETF; Olsman, PThU) have already collaborated on previous projects around hope.
- Mr J.P.H. Donner resigns as chair of Supervisory Board Protestant Theological University (PThU)The chairman of PThU's Supervisory Board, Mr J.P.H. Donner, resigns his position with immediate effect, thus ending his membership of the Board.
- PThU appoints Kinga Zeller as associate professor of Lutheran TheologyThe Executive Board of the Protestant Theological University (PThU) has appointed Dr Kinga Zeller as associate professor of Lutheran Theology. In doing so, PThU continues the tradition of theological research with a special focus on the uniqueness of Lutheran perspectives. The appointment takes effect from 1 March.
- PThU signs MOU with Middle Eastern Graduate ConsortiumThe Protestant Theological University and the Middle Eastern Graduate Theological Consortium signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Friday 19 January. This MOU opens the way for collaboration between the PThU and the Consortium for the provision of contextually rooted doctoral degrees in theology for the Middle Eastern Region.
- "Sad Holy Night""This year, once again, we find ourselves unable to gather together for Christmas", a phrase that rings true for our family and echoes among many of my friends. Being with our loved ones is a privilege in a country where daily life is overshadowed by somber reports from the war front and the relentless sound of air raid sirens.
- Maarten Wisse steps down as PThU rectorProf. Maarten Wisse is resigning as rector of the PThU with effect from 1 February 2024, he announced today. ‘My leadership style is not a good fit with the style of governance that the PThU is asking for.’ The PThU Supervisory Board and Executive Board chairman Kees Boele regret the rector’s decision, but have no choice but to respect it, while giving thanks for his many initiatives and accomplishments over the years.
- Brunel Nederland B.V. to Manage IT Landscape of PThU in UtrechtAfter a thorough tendering process, Brunel Nederland B.V. has been awarded the contract for managing the IT landscape of the PThU in Utrecht. Today, both parties signed the agreement.
- Dr Erik Olsman appointed professor of Spiritual Care at PThUThe Executive Board of the Protestant Theological University (PThU) has appointed Dr Erik Olsman as professor of Spiritual Care. On Friday 17 November, the Synod of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands approved the decision for his appointment.
- PThU chooses Van Hoogevest ArchitectsThe Executive Board of the Protestant Theological University is pleased to announce that architectural firm Van Hoogevest of Amersfoort will design the plans for the renovation of the PThU's new location at Janskerkhof 12 / Jansdam 14 in Utrecht.
- A first for PThU: anyone can contribute to research project!To our knowledge, this is the first time in PThU's history: crowdfunding for a research project. For the Soil project, we are pioneering this form of fundraising.
- "Hell is making a serious comeback"PThU opened the academic year on 1 September with a symposium and ceremony about hell. Not your everyday topic. Or is it? "Mental distress has caused the imagery of hell to return in society," Professor Arnold Huijgen said during the speech with which he accepted his chair in Dogmatics on Friday.
- PThU receives Erasmus funding for student and staff exchange within EuropeThe National Agency Erasmus+ has allocated a budget of 28,293 Euro to the PThU for the funding of outbound student and staff exchange to Erasmus+ programme countries. With this subsidy students and staff are provided the opportunity to study or teach at foreign partner institutions.
- The Calling of the Church in Times of PolarizationFrom 3 till 7 July 2023 the International Reformed Theological Institute (IRTI) is organizing its biennial Summer School in Amsterdam at the Protestant Theological University.
- PThU relocates to Janskerkhof in UtrechtThe Executive Board of the Protestant Theological University (PThU) is pleased to announce the university’s relocation to the Janskerkhof in Utrecht with effect from September 2024. The PThU has acquired premises on Janskerkhof 12/Jansdam 14 for this purpose. In addition, the PThU is negotiating an agreement with the Protestant Congregation in Utrecht (PGU) for the use of the Janskerk and a partnership with the ecumenical Janskerk congregation.
- PThU to launch major research project on relationship between Christian faith and soilThis September, the Protestant Theological University will be launching a five-year research project on the relationship between Christian faith and soil. Researchers involved in the project will engage in theological reflection on the value and meaning of soil, specifically in light of climate and ecological issues. They will do this together with Christian farmers and faith communities and various knowledge institutions and social partners. Part of the project is a large-scale quantitative study in collaboration with the Netherlands Institute for Social Research.
- Nicholas Adams to visit as Senior Research Fellow at PThUAt the invitation of the Moral Compass Project (MCP), Prof Nicholas Adams will be visiting as a Senior Research Fellow at PThU in March, April and June.
- 'Church and slavery' research project launchedThe NWO research project "Church and Slavery in the Dutch Empire: History, Theology and Heritage" has officially started on January 1, 2023. The project was applied for with coordination and financial support of the PThU in collaboration with colleagues at the VU Amsterdam and the University of Curaçao (UoC). One of the senior researchers within the project is Professor Rose Mary Allen of the University of Curaçao, who introduces herself below.
- Esther Mombo starts as guest lecturerThe PThU will be hosting Prof. Esther Mombo as guest lecturer. Prof. Mombo will give guest lectures on 7 and 14 December, a masterclass for PhD students and an open lecture on 12 December from 15.00 -16.30 at the PThU- Groningen. You are all cordially invited!
