Our Mission: Making Learning as Personal as Possible

We want you to explore, discover, and ignite your love of learning. Our educational offerings provide a place to nurture and encourage the possibilities of engaging theology.

Meet Our Instructors

David Seemuth
Founder & President of Admirato Founder & Instructor
N.T. (Tom) Wright
Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. Instructor
Esau McCaulley
Associate Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. Instructor
Jennifer Loop
Admirato's Director of Ministry Engagement Facilitator

Behind the Scenes

Rebecca Bowling
Vice President of Operations
Ryan Liguori
Content Developer
Karen Seemuth
Executive Assistant

The Story of Admirato

In 2013, after over 30 years in pastoral ministry, Dr. David Seemuth started The Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies (WCCS), the organization that would later become Admirato. This organization's aim was to bring the exciting conversations of biblical scholarship closer to everyday Christians in Dr. Seemuth's local community. After meeting Prof. N.T. Wright at a church event, the two began a friendship that eventually became a fruitful collaboration. Together they founded N.T. Wright Online (NTWO) in 2015 as a ministry under the umbrella of WCCS. For eight years, NTWO made world-class biblical teaching accessible through online courses, eBooks, Bible Plans, and events. Having reached students in nearly every country and outgrown the connotations of its name and the limitations of its technology, the team at Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies is proud to announce Admirato as the new and expanded home for engaging theology!

FAQ

  • What is Admirato's relationship with N.T. Wright Online?

    N.T. Wright Online is a crucial part of Admirato. The same small team that brought you over 40 courses at N.T. Wright Online is excited to serve you even more world-class biblical content as Admirato!

  • How do I access my Udemy courses on Admirato?

    Any courses previously purchased from N.T. Wright Online on Udemy are yours forever. They can still be accessed on Udemy the same way as before. Any new course purchases will be accessed exclusively on Admirato. All N.T. Wright Online Udemy courses are being updated for Admirato and you can purchase these individually, or enroll via one of our memberships.

  • Are you affiliated with any particular denomination or university? Do you offer continuing education credit?

    Admirato is not affiliated with any specific denomination, church, or university. Admirato is not formally accredited.

  • I have a different question.

    Visit our Blog page for more Frequently Asked Questions. If you don't see your question answered, email us at [email protected]

Board of Directors

David P. Seemuth, Ph.D. 

David has been an Adjunct Professor at Trinity International University for over 25 years and teaches in the area of Biblical Studies, specializing in the New Testament. He also served as an Associate Pastor at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, WI for 31 years.

Erik Ulvog - Chairman of the Board

Erik has served on the Board of Directors for Telling the Truth Ministry which oversees the world-wide teaching ministry of Stuart, Jill and Pete Briscoe. Erik served in the US Army Reserves as a Non Commissioned Officer and earned a Bachelor of Science in 1995 from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He is pursuing an MA in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.

Larry Schmidt, Sr. - Vice Chair

Lakeland Supply, Inc., was started by Larry in his home in 1984. Since then the company has seen extraordinary growth and he has given up the day-to-day tasks to his sons. Larry has served on numerous Boards, including the Milwaukee School of Engineering, and is a well-known philanthropist in Wisconsin and Florida. Larry is the classic entrepreneur. Without Larry’s keen direction and guidance, N.T. Wright Online would not be a reality. He resides in Marco Island, FL. 

Martha Cox - Board Secretary

As a surgical care nurse for many years, Martha is able to enter the world where people are very vulnerable and need expert care. She is a key person who has been asked by her superiors to provide support for her colleagues and reflect feedback to physicians to help manage a fast-paced medical team. Martha has been a key supporter of the Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies since the founding of the ministry.

Adam Bruk, CPA - Board Treasurer 

Adam is our most recent addition to the WCCS Board of Directors. Adam studied Psychology and Religious Studies at Carroll University before transitioning to the area of Accounting. He has his CPA and works as a Manager at  CohnReznick, LLP, in Transaction Advisory Services.

Jenny Heckman, MS LPC

Jenny is a grateful wife to Mark (34 years) and mom to four adult children and sons and daughters-in-law. She serves on the pastoral staff of Northbrook Church in Richfield, WI, with a focus on Pastoral Care. She is also on the teaching team. Jenny is a professional mental health counselor and owns a private counseling practice in Brookfield, WI. The health of the church and its people are her greatest passions.