Why choose Iliff

Iliff is a community of multi-belonging

At Iliff, we honor spiritual traditions that recognize the inherent dignity of all people. The diverse identities of our students, faculty and staff enrich the classroom and broaden the scope of our scholarship. Students from a range of religious, spiritual, and secular backgrounds thrive at Iliff, working across lines of difference to advocate freedom.

We are a community of many stories, united by our abiding desire to build a more just future.

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Embodied Spirituality

Preparing learners to understand and assess the spiritual dimensions of life in its many embodied forms.

Social Justice and Ethics

Engaging learners in a complex interdisciplinary analysis of historical and contemporary social justice struggles and movements.

Religion, Trauma, and Healing

Engaging interdisciplinary perspectives on experiences of individual, communal, generational, and historical trauma.
University of Denver's Mary Reed Hall and Harper Humanities Garden

Professional Ministries in Context

Helping people enhance and develop inclusive and justice-oriented ministries in the 21st century responsive to particular contexts and communities. Ideal for students pursuing ordination.

From the President’s Desk

“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 6 | Dec. 4

Don’t miss the final session of the “We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In Series, hosted by Iliff President Dr. Lee H. Butler, Jr., as we welcome Rabbi Joe Black for an insightful interview on Freedom is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Davis. This book bridges global struggles for justice, drawing us into an essential dialogue on freedom, solidarity, and resilience.

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Iliff’s New Curriculum Sets the Stage for Justice and Healing

Iliff’s New Curriculum Sets the Stage for Justice and Healing

As we look ahead to Fall 2025, Iliff School of Theology is excited to unveil a redesigned curriculum that builds on our commitment to justice, resilience, and advocating freedom.

Our new Master of Arts (MA) and reenvisioned Master of Divinity (MDiv) programs are designed to meet the demands of today’s ever-changing world, equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for leadership and transformative action.

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“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 6 | Dec. 4

“We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In: Session 6 | Dec. 4

Don’t miss the final session of the “We Advocate Freedom!” Teach-In Series, hosted by Iliff President Dr. Lee H. Butler, Jr., as we welcome Rabbi Joe Black for an insightful interview on Freedom is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Davis. This book bridges global struggles for justice, drawing us into an essential dialogue on freedom, solidarity, and resilience.

read more
Holiday Hymn Sing | Dec. 13

Holiday Hymn Sing | Dec. 13

The Faculty of the Year Honorees were announced Monday, October 7, 2024 in the Faculty Council meeting. Join the Faculty Council in congratulating three esteemed colleagues!

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Institutional Advancement

Introducing TIER

Graduate Theological Education for Everyday People

TIER offers theological education to the public outside of a traditional degree program. Our fully online, 3-week intensives allow you to build study into your weekly schedule. Stay tuned for news about our upcoming offerings!

Centers & Institutes

Advocating freedom means empowering individuals, communities and businesses to pursue equity through innovative thinking.