The Office of the Chaplain and affiliated campus ministries play a particularly
important role in supporting students through the religious communities
on campus. In times of personal or communal crisis, many students
turn to the Office of the Chaplain, the Interfaith Fellows, or campusaffiliated
ministries for help and advice. Some students look to the Office
for spiritual support and guidance; however, many students who do not
see themselves as a part of a faith community have found it to be a safe
space to talk about stress, pressure, anxiety, future decisions, and other issues.
Also, when the University community finds itself mourning the loss
of a student or another member of the community, the Office of the Chaplain
provides guidance and support during the grieving process.