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Since you have made it to the end of our Spring 2023 issue, you are probably already thinking about opportunities for change and growth in how the school operates and functions. These pages have also made it very clear that there are areas of our work together in which the seminary is already excelling. My column usually focuses on the operational logistics of our work and life together at CDSP, so allow me to zoom in and provide some important details.

Our remaining residential community

We offered the residential classes of 2024 and 2025 three options for finishing their degrees: remain in residence at CDSP, finish their programs in the hybrid modality, or transfer to another seminary. The vast majority of the returning residential students have decided to remain in residence and complete their degrees with us here in Berkeley.

How the seminary provides meals and worship opportunities will change during the next two years, due to the size of the residential community. We will continue having a community-wide lunch on Tuesdays at which students, faculty, and staff can casually connect.

All other meals will be student-focused. The food program will consist of (a) monthly food stipends provided to each student, (b) meal tickets our