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A promise fulfilled.

The Inauguration of

President Shauna Hannan

Date of Inauguration: November 14, 2025

Time of Inauguration: 4:00 pm (doors open at 3:00 pm)

Seminary Showcase: November 15, 2025, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location:
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
5416 S. Cornell Ave.
Chicago, IL 60615

Join us for a joyful day of celebration and reflection as we install Rev. Dr. Shauna Hannan as President of the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago on November 14, 2025. This significant moment marks a new chapter in LSTC’s journey of faith, scholarship, and public witness. The theme of this inauguration, A Promise Fulfilled, reflects both the spirit of hope that defines our community and the vision we share for the future of theological education.

We are delighted to announce that the morning following Rev. Dr. Hannan’s installation, LSTC will host a first-of-its-kind showcase celebrating its accomplishments and vision for theological education.


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For Out of Town Guests

If you require hotel accommodations, we urge you to make arrangements as soon as possible.

Hotels

Local hotels in the area are:

Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center
5225 S. Harper Avenue
Chicago, IL 60615
773-752-5300

The Study at University of Chicago
1227 E. 60th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
773-643-1600

Wyndham Chicago South Loop
11 W. 26th Street
Chicago, IL 60616
312- 225-7000

Driving directions

For information about directions to LSTC visit: www.lstc.edu/about/directions/

Parking

If you need additional assistance with hotel accommodations and/or parking, please contact Patti DeBias at 773-256-0728 or pdebias@lstc.edu.

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