Javier A. Viera named first non-white president of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
In January 2021, Javier A. Viera will become the first person of color to head Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. The native of San Juan, Puerto Rico, will succeed Lallene J. Rector, who has served as seminary president since 2013. Earlier this year, Rector announced her intention to step down in order to help care for loved ones with serious health conditions.