Sherri Meyer-Veen, D.Min., named STAR Program Director

January 13, 2026

New Brunswick Theological Seminary (NBTS) has named Rev. Dr. Sherri Meyer-Veen, as Program Director of its Seminary Through Alternate Routes (STAR) program, a Lilly Endowment–funded initiative that creates innovative pathways for students to access theological education.

Funded through Lilly Endowment’s Pathways for Tomorrow initiative, STAR develops new models of theological education designed to meet the evolving needs of congregations, denominations, and ministry leaders. Dr. Meyer-Veen will oversee program operations, partnerships, learning design, and grant management.

Dr. Meyer-Veen brings over 25 years of experience in theological education, congregational leadership, and grant-funded projects, having directed multiple Lilly Endowment initiatives totaling over $2.5 million. She is also a trained facilitator and executive coach and serves as Regional Team Lead for Churches Learning Change in Albany Synod, Inc., a STAR partner.

A proud NBTS alumna (D.Min., 2016), Dr. Meyer-Veen also holds a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary and a B.S. in Biochemistry from Hope College. She also serves as Minister for Renewal with the Regional Synod of Albany and Co-Pastor of Niskayuna Reformed Church.

“Sherri combines deep theological insight with hands-on leadership and a proven ability to build strong relationships,” said Rev. Dr. Charles M. Rix, Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs. “She’s the ideal leader for STAR, and I’m thrilled to welcome her to NBTS.”