Dean of Graduate Studies
Office: Miller 225
Education:
- Ph.D. in Theological Studies, Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA May 2016, “Outstanding Graduate” in the Ph.D. in Theological Studies program Dissertation Title: Early Jewish Interpretations of Scripture in Articulating Eschatological Hopes from Select Texts of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the New Testament
- Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Springfield, MO May 2005, Cum Laude, Kappa Delta Chi Honor Society
- Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Springfield, MO December 2004, Cum Laude, Kappa Delta Chie Honor Society
- Bachelor of Arts in Broadcasting, Evangel University, Springfield, MO May 1999, Minor: Missions Spiritual Director Training, Companioning Center, Eugene, OR (May 2023) Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level 2, Allender Center, Seattle. WA (April 2023)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Dean of Graduate Studies at North Central University (Current)
- Adjunct Professor at North Central University
- Spiritual Director (Summer 2023-present)
- Ordained Minister Assemblies of God (April 2010-present)
- Previous Adjunct Professor at Northwest University, Methodist University, Evangel University, Assemblies of God theological Seminary, Winebrenner Theological Seminary, School of Urban Missions Bible College and Theological Seminary, and Pacific Rim Christian University (Fall 2005-Winter 2022)
About:
Dr. Alaine Buchanan is an ordained minister, spiritual director, an active duty Army chaplain’s spouse and a mom. She holds a PhD in Second Temple Literature and History and also teaches Biblical Studies (including history, theology and world religions) at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Alaine is the Dean of the Graduate School at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN. She has received certification in trauma care through the Allender Center and in Spiritual Direction through the Companioning Center.
In spiritual direction, Alaine loves to walk alongside those who are journeying through liminal spaces. She specializes in discernment, integration healing, trauma care, focusing, spiritual formation practices and group spiritual direction. She is a fan of tea, chocolate, and all the Seattle sports teams.