Moving Manuscripts from the Past to the Present: An AU Alumna’s Journey
Avery Jarosinki’s journey through studying Greek, Bible, and religion, and campus leadership has prepared her for advanced study in manuscript research.
Anderson University celebrates one of our 2025 graduates from the School of Theology and Christian Ministry, Avery Jarosinski, as she prepares for a future in manuscript studies.
Avery completed both a Christian ministry major and a Bible and religion major while at AU. Along the way, she fell in love with the academic side of her studies and has come to see her academic work as an act of worship. She completed her senior project for the AU Honors program on the spectrum of Bible translation models, sharing with her peers a way of interacting with different translations for the practical needs of discipleship for the church.
After completing two years of Greek with Dr. Fred Burnett, Avery was chosen to attend the Logos Workshop at Oxford during the summer of 2025. This is a two-week, fully funded summer study of Biblical texts and manuscripts. Avery was one of only 10 students focusing on Greek during the workshop.
“Avery’s passion for biblical languages and manuscript studies is a powerful testament to the kind of deep, formative scholarship we value at Anderson University. It is no surprise that her dedication to academic excellence has been recognized through her selection for the Logos Workshop at Oxford and a full scholarship for graduate school. We are proud to see her continue her calling at Duke Divinity School.” – Provost Courtney Taylor
Following her Logos experience, Avery began her Master’s in Theological Studies program at Duke Divinity School, where she has been awarded a full scholarship. Avery will continue her work in manuscript studies and Greek while at Duke. She plans to eventually pursue a PhD.
When asked how she thought AU helped prepare her for these opportunities, Avery highlighted her time as a student-athlete and campus leader as a significant factor, teaching her skills like time management, people management, event planning, and discipline. Avery also cited her work with Dr. Burnett, both in Greek and also in exegesis. She credits Dr. Burnett as her primary reason for even considering graduate school. Avery mentioned other professors, including Dr. Jason Varner, and Dr. Rob Heaton as influential, both in her subject matter, but also in the ways they challenged and affirmed her work.
About Anderson University
Anderson University educates students for lives of faith and service, offering more than 50 undergraduate majors, 30 three-year degrees, 18 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports, alongside adult, graduate, and online programs. The private, liberal arts institution is fully accredited and recognized for excellence in business, computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, music, nursing, psychology, social work, and teacher education programs. Established in 1917 in Anderson, Indiana, by the Church of God, the university remains committed to its Christ-centered mission.
