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.

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. The N.T. Wright Online division of the WCCS had reached over 100,000 students representing 195 countries. But it had reached the limits of the technology and the name would not lead to further accelerated growth. 

After a year of prayer, planning, and consulting with experts in the field of online education and ministry, it was clear that a name change and a change of educational platform was necessary. The team at Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies is proud to announce Admirato as the new and expanded home for engaging theology! Admirato will embody the future of what was started in 2013: to make learning as personal as possible with the finest biblical and theological scholarship available. 

Meet Our Instructors

David Seemuth
Founder & President of Admirato Founder & Instructor
N.T. (Tom) Wright
Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. Instructor
Carmen Imes
Associate Professor of Old Testament at Biola University Instructor
Esau McCaulley
Associate Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. Instructor

Behind the Scenes

Rebecca Bowling
Vice President of Operations
Ryan Liguori
Content Developer
Kristin Seemuth-Whaley
Content Developer
Jennifer Loop
Director of Ministry Administration
Charleen Lohman
Student Support Specialist

FAQ

  • What is Admirato's relationship with the Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies?

    Admirato is both the new name and the new platform for the Wisconsin Center for Christian Studies and N.T. Wright Online. We not only feature the teachings of Prof. N.T. Wright on Admirato, but we are expanding to highlight the work of other scholars worldwide. Admirato.org is the website that embodies the online work of these scholars.

  • 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?

    People who have courses on the original platform, Udemy, may still access their courses there. But all new courses will be released exclusively on Admirato.org in the future. Admirato also allows for live events and community engagement. We want to feature a venue for people with inquiring minds to communicate with each other through our online communities on Admirato. We also have an app that allows our students to take their courses and other material with them on their mobile devices.

  • 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 his masters in accounting from UWM. He is a Senior Manager at Redpath, LTD.

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.