While on campus
Professional Doctoral Studies students are required to be on campus for 1-2 week seminars during the Winter and Summer terms.
James P. Boyce Centennial Library
The library at Southern Seminary is one of the world’s largest theological libraries. It is the home of 1,000,000 items including 388,000 volumes. All Southern Seminary students have full access to library resources, including library lending and access to online resources for research. See their Distance Student Services page for more information.
Campus Bookstore
The campus bookstore offers a wide range of academic books and resources available.
Health and Recreation Center
The HRC offers a fitness room, indoor track, racquetball and basketball courts, a large indoor pool, a hot tub, and locker rooms with showers, a steam room, and a sauna. The fitness room provides a total workout combining cardio equipment, free weights and an array of weight machines.
The Legacy Hotel and Conference Center
The Legacy Hotel has 70 well-appointed guestrooms with some great amenities. Be sure to ask for their student rates when you come for your seminars!
Founders Café
Grab a bite to eat or a latte by the fireplace. Study, email, or just take a break. Founders Café is a great place to eat, socialize, or both. Founders Café has an assortment of snacks, drinks, freshly made sandwiches, and treats.
Dining Hall
The Dining Hall includes an entrée buffet, a soup, salads, and subs bar, a made-to-order grill, a rotisserie, and other dining options.
See what’s on the menu by visiting their website.
Off-campus Dining
There is an array of neighboring restaurants, both national chains and popular local spots.
Nearby staff favorites include:
- Wild Eggs (not just for the breakfast lover, this Louisville original serves lunch too.)
- Caffe Classico
- Plehn’s Bakery (try their homemade donuts!)
- Blue Dog Bakery and Cafe
- Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen (the dutch apple pie with caramel is a local legend!)