Residential Scholars Program
The Residential Scholars Program has its roots beginning in the early 2000s and continues today under the guidance of the Study Center’s Directors of Undergraduate Ministries. Composed of students from various Grounds ministries, the Residential Scholars Program exists to foster intentional community for Christian formation —all rooted in the gospel.
What is intentional community?
Residents celebrate together, mourn together, and work through conflict together. Above all, they belong to each other. They are also in consistent mentoring relationships with an older Christian who can offer perspective and care for them. Male participants live together at the Study Center, and female students live in the “Yellow House” next door. Residents have regular house meetings for sharing and prayer, gather on a weekly basis for Thursday dinners, and participate in a community retreat.
What is Christian formation?
Through each aspect of the program, residents are encouraged to grow in their knowledge of Scripture and their faith in God. These opportunities include participating in a biblical theology class that explores the overarching story of the Bible, attending lectures hosted by the Study Center, participating in mentorship, and gathering together to worship each week at dinner.
The 2024-2025 Residential Scholars Program application is currently closed.
Please reach out to drew@studycenter.net or katie@studycenter.net if you have any questions.
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Drew Masterson | drew@studycenter.net
Director of Undergraduate Ministries for Men
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Katie Black | katie@studycenter.net
Director of Undergraduate Ministries for Women
2023 - 2024 Residential Scholars
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Avery Bath
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John Berberian
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Lillian Buchanan
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Madelyn Diradour
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Bethany Gaubatz
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Tim Graff
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John Grant
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Hannah Hanford
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Selby Ireland
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William Kuebler
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Eleanor Little
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Katie Mead
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Christopher Messmore
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Anna Perry
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Sidney Seybold
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Josiah Swain
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Lily Thompson
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Hank Valentine
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Abigail Wilson
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Heidi Ziegler