Fellowship and Clubs
Campus ministry offers a variety of small groups and activities for students, as well as collaborating with faith-related student clubs and other fellowship groups.
How to get connected
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 If you're Buddhist (or interested in Zen Meditation)
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If you're Christian
Many Christian traditions are part of our student body, including Roman Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, historic African-American, non-denominational, Pentecostal and evangelical. Students from all backgrounds are welcome to join us for:
- Tuesday Bible study: Tuesdays @ 5:30 p.m. in Campus Ministry. Contact: David Bibee.
- Christians In Action: A group of students who put their faith into action through service to the SCU community and beyond. Contact: Kiersten Sandvick.
- The Challenge: Six Wednesdays per quarter, students gather at 8 p.m. in the St. Francis Chapel for “The Challenge” — a presentation, prayer and discussion. Contact: Chloe Wilson.
- Worship: To find out about services on campus, or to connect with a local church or carpool, contact Rev. Aimee Moiso.
- Christian student clubs
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- Coptic Bronco is a club for both the Coptic Christian community at SCU and others who wish to gain knowledge about Coptic faith and traditions. Contact Phoebe Mankaryous.
- Core Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational group of Christian college students who seek to pursue and experience God together through worship, small groups, prayer, social gatherings, and weekly Nightlife events. Core also arranges carpools to local churches. Contact Casey Moore.
- SCU Gospel Choir welcomes anyone with a love for gospel music to come together for singing and fellowship. Contact: Amber Larkin.
- Wonderfully Made is a collegiate Christian ministry dedicated to helping modern young women grow spiritually, emotionally, and interpersonally while inspiring them to lead healthy, authentic, confident, and Christ-centered lives. Contact student leaders Melissa Martin or Kendra McClelland.
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If you're Hindu
The SCU Hindu Student Council seeks to bring together Hindus and non-Hindus on campus through spirituality and seva (service) and to promote the awareness of the essence of Hinduism in the Santa Clara community. In the past, HSC has offered campus celebrations of Diwali and Holi. Many students who have participated in HSC are also part of Intandesh, which promotes social and cultural awareness of South Asian countries through community service, knowledge, education, and love. Contact Tanu Mondkar or Sreekanth Dayanidhi.
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Campus Ministry partners with the SCU Jewish Student Union to educate the SCU community about Jewish culture, religion and values, and to provide a community for Jewish SCU students. The JSU works in close collaboration with Hillel of Silicon Valley: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, which serves free Shabbat dinner every Friday night at the Hillel House, and a carpool is provided for SCU students. Past Hillel/JSU events on campus include the Welcome Weekend Havdallah, a Passover Seder dinner, and participation in interfaith programs. Hillel also helps Jewish young adults (age 18-26) participate in a free 10-day trip to Israel during winter and summer breaks (the “birthright trip”). For more information, call 408-286-6669, or email JSU president Joe Ratner or advisor Michal Strutin.
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If you're Muslim
The Muslim Students Association works to implement the essence of Islam for the betterment of the Muslim and non-Muslim community on campus through community service, education and social activities. Many students who participate in the MSA also are part of United Middle East, a group that aims to reach out to Middle Eastern students and anyone else interested in increasing awareness of diversity;of national and cultural identities throughout the Middle East through social/cultural events and causes. Contact Sabah Jaka or Hoda Magid.
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If you're interested in SCU Interfaith Council
Join the SCU Interfaith Council for Thursday Dinner Discussions on the "odd" weeks of the quarter (1, 3, 5, etc.). Enjoy free food and learn about other traditions. SCUIC also sponsors interfaith service projects each quarter. Contact: Seher Siddiqee.
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If you're looking for something you don't see here
Contact Rev. Aimee Moiso if you're looking for something else not listed here. New groups are forming all the time, and we're happy to try to connect you to what you need.
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If you're not sure what to believe
You’re right on schedule. College is often a time of figuring out what you believe and making your faith and practice your own. Campus Ministry is here for exactly that reason — to help answer your questions and provide you with resources and direction, to listen to your doubts and struggles, to offer ways for you to live your faith in daily life, and to be a safe and non-threatening place of exploration. That's why we offer so many opportunities to ask and seek. We think these ultimate questions are pretty important, so we’ll be with you on the journey.
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