In October of 2012, President Philip Amerson announced that he will retire from the presidency of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary effective December 31, 2013. We join with you in giving thanks for Dr. Amerson’s significant and faith-filled leadership with Garrett-Evangelical since 2006.
Trustee Board Chairperson Mr. Jerre Stead appointed a search committee following the board meeting in late October. The search committee includes:
Chair: Bishop Sharon Z. Rader
Board of Trustees Representatives
The Honorable John Baker
Dr. J. Robert Burkhart
Ms. Anne Driscoll
Dr. Tracy Smith-Malone
Mr. Theodore Yi
Faculty Representatives
Dr. David Hogue
Dr. Stephen Ray
Staff Representatives
Rev. Becky Eberhart
Rev. Vince McGlothin-Eller
De facto
Bishop Sally Dyck
Mr. Jerre Stead
Please select click a link below to view the latest information.
Search Committee Update from November 29, 2012
AGB Search Firm Information
Search Committee Update from February 8, 2013
Search Committee Update from March 8, 2013
Garrett-Evangelical Presidential Profile
Garrett-Evangelical President Advertisement
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One of the most important factors in the success of Garrett-Evangelical's identity program is consistent implementation of its logo. Adherence to these guidelines will increase the effectiveness of the program for the entire institution.
Garrett-Evangelical’s logo consists of three parts: Smith Tower, “Garrett,” and “Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.” The word “Garrett” is written using font type Bembo regular. The seminary’s full name “Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary” is written using font type Garamond italics. The tagline, “Bold Leaders for the Church and the World” is written using font type Garamond italics.
The official color of Garrett-Evangelical is purple.
For print use:
For web use:
The logo is a single element. Smith Tower and the words "Garrett” and “Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary” should always appear together. It is preferred that the tagline “Bold Leaders for the Church and the World” appear but pending one’s needs this is optional.

The size of the logo should not compromise the readability of the logo. The tower within the logo should be at least 1 and 1/4 inches in length.

Enough space should be allowed around the logo. Text or images above the logo should be no closer than half the diameter of the tower. Text or images to the side or below the logo should be no closer then half the diameter of the tower.

The logo should appear in one color only. If possible, use purple. If not, use the strongest color available. Do not use different colors for the different elements of the logo.
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The full logo should always be shown. The logo should never be cropped or used as a design element.
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The overall proportion of the logo should always be maintained. The logo should not be compressed or expanded.
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The logo should always be legible. The logo may overprint a solid background, but it should not appear over type, images, or gradient backgrounds. It should not be used as a decorative background element.
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The logo should not be placed in a box or any other containing shape.
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In conjunction with the seminary’s 160th Anniversary, Garrett-Evangelical is looking to recognize 160 great alumni who have helped transform the world. To nominate a Garrett-Evangelical alumnus who has provided exceptional leadership or innovation in his or her ministry, please complete the nomination form below.
The nomination form may also be dowloaded and emailed to seminary.relations@garrett.edu, faxed to 847.866.3989, or mailed to: Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, ATTN: Communications Office, 2121 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201.
Recipients of previous awards from Garrett-Evangelical are eligible. Nominations will be accepted through December 31, 2013. Additional materials – such as a biographical sketch, curriculum vitae, newspaper clippings or other supporting documentation may be included or sent separately and noted as appropriate.