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Dr. Cornelia White

Content Expert, Core Faculty Member

Graduate School of Ministry

DEPARTMENT: THEOLOGY + MINISTRY

330-840-1563

Educational and/or Professional Credentials

D.Min., South University, Warrensville Heights, OH.

M.A., Counseling, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Springfield, MO.

M.Div., Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK.

B.S.B.A., Computer Information Systems, Ashland College (University), Ashland, OH.

Military Chaplain, Active Duty, United States Army

Professional Focus and/or Research Agenda

Fostering compassion in a diverse cultural context, nurturing biblical scholarship through rigorous study and research, all while deepening a holistic relationship with Jesus Christ.

Faith Statement

Serving as an educator is my passion, and I approach this act of service with great reverence. The aim is to instruct and support present and future ministerial leaders in acknowledging how God orchestrates abundant ministry even through imperfect servants. God’s transformative work is not hindered by our human limitations; rather, it often shines most brilliantly through our imperfections.

Published Works, Dissertation Topic, Awards, Accolades, Affiliations

Dissertation: Almost Home: The Churches’ Response To The Reintegration Challenges Facing Operation Enduring Freedom And Operation Iraqi Freedom Armed Forces Veterans Transitioning To Civilian Life

Publications:

A Different Role Call: The Reintegration Challenges of Student Veterans in a Higher Education Environment. October 17, 2017. South University Faculty Virtual Conference.

Ministering to Grieving Military/Veteran Families. March 4, 2017. Death and Dying, South University – Cleveland and West Palm Beach Campuses.

Academic Honors:

Graduate High Honors, South University (2016)

Drushal Humanitarian Award, Ashland University (2004)

Who’s Who Among American College Students, (1988)

Military Awards:

Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (2003-2006)

Armed Force Expeditionary Ribbon (2003-2006)

United States Army Meritorious Unit Citation Ribbon (2003-2006)

United States Army Presidential Citation Ribbon (2003-2006)

United States Army Overseas Service Ribbon (2005-2007)

United States Army Commendation Medal – 3 Oak Leaves/United States Army Service Ribbon

Professional Affiliations:

Prepare and Enrich Couples Skills Building Program

Ordained with Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship