News & Articles Archive
Merry Christmas from President Nelson
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Dear Tyndale Community, “…an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the...
Christmas in the Chapel 2016
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
On Saturday, December 3, we celebrated the joy of the season at Christmas in the Chapel. The event starred singer-songwriter Steve Bell and featured musicians Gilles Fournier, Bart McKay and Murray Pulver, with a special performance by the Tyndale Community Choir. Attendance was at an all-time...
Psychology Hons. Students Present at ONTABA
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Honours Psychology students from Tyndale University College had the unique opportunity to present their own research at The Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA) conference in Toronto, Ontario. The prestigious conference draws researchers, practitioners and experts from across the...
Kevin Kirk appointed VP, External Relations and Chief Enrollment Officer
Friday, November 25, 2016
Toronto Ontario: For Immediate Release - Tyndale University College and Tyndale Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kevin Kirk as Vice President, External Relations and Chief Enrollment Officer. Mr. Kirk will be responsible for developing and implementing...
Conor Sweetman [BA English] Launches Magazine
Monday, November 21, 2016
Conor Sweetman [BA English 2017] first felt inspired to launch his own magazine in the fourth year of his university degree. Many long nights of hard work and countless flashes of creativity later, Ekstasis was born. The magazine launched in August and is already gaining traction, with over 1,600...
Breaking Barriers
Friday, November 11, 2016
While finishing his final university semester at Tyndale, Curtis Hartshorn [BA Biblical Studies and Theology 2016] taught a class of 20 seminary students in Malawi, some of whom had disabilities that were not being accommodated. The Baptist Seminary in the area where Curtis was staying had found...
First encyclopedia of religions in Canada release
Monday, October 31, 2016
Tyndale Seminary is pleased to announce the release of Volume 2 of Melton's Encyclopedia of American Religions, 9th Edition, the first published encyclopedia of religions in Canada. The 9th Edition celebrates the work of Dr. John Gordon Melton, the main author and general editor, and Dr. James...
Seminary Faculty Updates
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Tyndale Seminary faculty members are researching and teaching across a diverse range of academic disciplines. The following are some recent contributions that faculty members have made to their fields: Dr. James Beverley, Professor of Christian Thought and Ethics, is the editor of Volume 2 of the...
In Memoriam: Dr. Peter Dickens
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
The Tyndale University College and Tyndale Seminary communities are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Peter Dickens [MTS]. Over the past several years Peter fought a courageous battle with residual damage to his body from his treatment for cancer. He passed away on October 18, 2016, surrounded...
Prof. Joseph Bishay appointed to the board of STAO
Monday, October 17, 2016
Tyndale University College is pleased to announce that Prof. Joseph Bishay, Sessional Lecturer in Biology and Chemistry, has been elected as a member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Science Teacher’s Association of Ontario (STAO). STAO is a highly influential non-...
University College Faculty Updates
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Tyndale University College faculty members are researching and teaching across a diverse range of academic disciplines. The following are some recent contributions that faculty members have made to their fields: Dr. Paul Arsenault, Assistant Professor of Linguistics, was invited to speak at the...
Enrolment growth (again!) at the Seminary
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Seminary enrolment continues to break records with 842 students enrolled, representing a 7.5% increase from last year. Tyndale Seminary has been on the leading edge in Canadian graduate-level theological education, providing flexible study options that make it possible for students to balance their...
Strong University Enrolment for Fall 2016
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
The hallways are buzzing this fall at Tyndale! There are now a total of 600 students enrolled at the university college, including in the Bachelor of Education program, representing a 6.5% growth from last year. University students kicked off the semester with Frosh Week. Marina Hanna [BA...
Russell and Alice Self: A Legacy of Passion and Conviction
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Tyndale University College & Seminary officially dedicated the Russell and Alice Self Missions Room on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Russell and Alice are inspiring examples of those who live out their faith and serve where God calls. During the dedication ceremony, Ruth Ferguson, one of...
Engaging a changing world - Rev. Dr. Minho Song
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
“It’s easy when things are changing so much outside to retreat and do your own thing, but the challenge is we need to impact society with the gospel,” says Rev. Dr. Minho Song. “For this to happen, the congregation needs to be equipped and leaders need to be trained to...