About Acadia Divinity College

You want to make a difference? So do we.

God has created and called you to serve Him. Our calling is to equip you, whether serving in a local church, chaplaincy, teaching, or in countless other ways.

Acadia Divinity College is on the campus of one of Canada’s oldest and most respected liberal arts universities, Acadia University. As the seminary of the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada (CBAC) and the Faculty of Theology for Acadia University, we have a distinguished history of equipping Christian leaders for full-time and volunteer ministry in Canada and around the world. Offering full-time and part-time degree, diploma, and certificate programs, our students are challenged by their professors to ask questions, explore the depths of their faith, and cultivate their calling through rigorous intellectual instruction, meaningful spiritual formation, and practical ministry experience.

Our impact is local and global. Our diverse student population of over 200 students come from more than 13 countries and represent over 20 denominations. Through our many partnerships, you can study, research, and learn around the world.

THE ADC WAY

We have a unique approach that aims to equip and prepare you for your calling.

DEVELOPING KNOWLEDGE

As part of Acadia University, the quality of our education is unmatched. Studying within a modern, public university encourages high academic standards and fosters critical thinking. We teach with academic rigour and faithful commitment, help students develop skills in research and lifelong learning, and produce research and publications that build knowledge and explore new ideas.

CULTIVATING SKILLS

Christ is at the centre of what we do and we care about His Church. We want to connect your head to your heart as you serve by giving you practical skills to do what God has called you to. We develop competencies for church ministry and broader Christian service, and mentor leaders in partnership with local churches and other agencies.

NURTURING PERSONAL FORMATION

If you want to make a difference, you need to be different. The development of your character is important for long-term, successful ministry. From classes to chapel, personal interactions and building community, our faculty cares as much about you as they do your academic work. Having served in various ministry roles, our professors bring their real-world ministry experience to preparing you for your calling. Helping to shape you into the person God has called you to be is their greatest assignment. We facilitate Christian formation, nurture relational community, and emphasize the exploration of identity, self-understanding, and personal growth.

A DIFFERENT KIND OF EDUCATION

Gone are the days of “one size fits all” education. We strive to make education accessible where and when you need it. You can use a mix of different classroom experiences to complete your degree. Discover the wide variety of flexible options, including weekly, intensive, and online courses available to you based on your learning style, location, and preference.

ON CAMPUS

Take advantage of all that Acadia has to offer. Live, study, and work in the beautiful Annapolis Valley within a community that has an impact like no other. Whether it’s for your entire degree, a semester, or just one course, studying on campus will make a difference in your education.

VIRTUAL SEATS

By combining the flexibility of online learning and face-to-face interaction, you can join live classes happening on our Wolfville campus through a video conferencing system. Study from a distance without feeling far away by interacting in real-time with your professors and classmates as if you were actually in the room. With most of our courses available as virtual seats, we’re just a click away.

ADC HALIFAX AND NEW BRUNSWICK

Coming to campus isn’t always an option. We travel so you don’t have to. We offer inperson, intensive format courses in a variety of locations throughout Halifax, Truro, and New Brunswick.

ADC GO

ADC Go offers the best in accessibility to meet your demanding schedule without sacrificing personal experience and attention. Watch weekly, on-demand lectures at your convenience and meet with your professor online once a week for a live, personal, one hour teaching session. Discover a new kind of flexibility while still participating in discussion and building community.

These are just a few of the options available to you as an ADC student. To learn about travel study, guided readings, online courses and more, visit: www.acadiadiv.ca/courses

ACADEMIC CENTRES

ADC has three academic centres of excellence:

• The Acadia Centre for Baptist and Anabaptist Studies

• The Charles J. Taylor Centre for Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

• The Andrew D. MacRae Centre for Christian Faith and Culture

Through these centres, we conduct research, provide resources, and facilitate study in specialized areas, from Baptist history to institutional chaplaincy, ethics and apologetics. | 7

CAMPUS LIFE

Residence

Acadia’s 11 residences offer a prime location for accommodations, only minutes from your classrooms, the gym, and library. Living on campus offers the ease of an eight-month, all-inclusive lease which includes furniture, heat, power, water, local phone service, phone with call display, high speed internet, in-house laundry facilities, and regular cleaning of public areas. Your housing options range from high-rise to heritage and from basic double rooms to deluxe single en-suite rooms. Acadia’s residence rooms provide a home base to study, get together with your new friends, or retreat for some quiet time to recharge.

www.acadiau.ca/residence-life.html

Athletics

You don’t have to be on one of Acadia’s 11 varsity Axemen and Axewomen teams to make the most of your Acadia experience by getting involved with sports. All our students are encouraged to participate in club sports and intramurals, and take advantage of the Athletic Complex – which houses a gymnasium, pool, fitness centre, group fitness and dance studio, squash and racquetball courts, indoor walking track, football field with outdoor walking track, and arena.

Academic Support

Acadia University offers free tutoring in many subjects: the MASH (Math and Stats Help) Centre and the Writing Centre are just two of the free services offered. There are also many Accessible Learning Services available, including individualized plans to address classroom and exam writing accommodations.

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE YOURSELF

The best way to explore ADC is to come visit us. We are pleased to offer you a personalized visit that will fit your specific needs and questions. During your visit you can sit in on a class or lecture, meet with a professor, tour the main campus and residences, meet current students, participate in community worship and lunch, and tour the Town of Wolfville. We would love to have you!

Campus

Acadia University has been ranked as one of the top 10 most beautiful campuses in Canada by Huffington Post. So beautiful, in fact, that often we hear the phrase, “I visited the campus and fell in love”. A sprawling, green 250-acre campus, we are home to historical buildings dating back to 1838 – which means ivy-covered walls, beautiful study spaces, and even a student-run farm that supplies vegetables and herbs.

Nova Scotia: Canada’s Ocean Playground

Located in Eastern Canada and almost completely surrounded by ocean, the province of Nova Scotia is a place where you can feel your pace fall in sync with the rhythm of the sea, as the clean salt air breathes life into an afternoon. Immerse yourself in a culture that ranges from traditional to avant-garde, from bagpipes to world-class golf.

www.novascotia.com

WOLFVILLE

While you’re visiting campus, why not check out the beautiful Town of Wolfville, located in the heart of the Annapolis Valley filled with people who are always smiling. Take in wonderful views of Cape Blomidon, experience the world’s highest tides in the Bay of Fundy, enjoy a coffee at a local café, take a walk along the Acadian Dykes, or visit the Wolfville Farmers’ Market – all within a short walk from campus. Wolfville has been declared Canada’s first Fair Trade Town for its commitment to fair trade coffees and teas. Fun Fact: Canada’s first fair trade coffee was created here at Acadia in the Entrepreneur Centre by local citizens who started Just Us!

www.wolfville.ca