David Thetford, Admissions
B.A., Patrick Henry College
M.T., Edinburgh Theological Seminary (anticipated graduation 2026)
Spiritual Formation and Christian Calling
David Thetford graduated with a classical education degree from Patrick Henry College and is pursuing his Masters of Theology at Edinburgh Theological Seminary in Scotland with a research focus on the classical metaphysics of C.S. Lewis. Outside of New Aberdeen, he utilizes his classical education vocationally in the financial industry as a Vice President at a global bank.
His greatest passion is to see people grow in wisdom and maturity in Christ. At his home church, he teaches and leads the curriculum for the adult Sunday school. At New Aberdeen, he helps to recruit prospective students, facilitates the Spiritual Formation course, and serves as Admissions Counselor.
Contact Mr. Thetford: admissions@newaberdeencollege.com
Selected Articles:
“Law and the Value of Classical Education,” on New Aberdeen’s Blog.
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M.T., Edinburgh Theological Seminary (anticipated graduation 2026)
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