Spirituality/Faith-Based Resources

We are committed to embracing our diverse community, and we provide support to the whole student, their identities, and their religious and spiritual practices. There are several ways for our students to engage in religious and spiritual practice while at SAIC.

Meditation Room

SAIC has two dedicated quiet spaces on-campus for various spiritual and religious practices to be used for reflection, meditation, or prayer.

 

The Mediation Room is located at: 
MacLean Center, Rm B-1-04
112 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603

Designed by an SAIC student, the room is invitational to meet your needs of peace and equanimity. It is intentionally located away from heavily traveled, common, or crowded areas to welcome all members of the community for the purpose of quiet contemplative practices, inner calmness, and mindful awareness. You don't need to make any reservations to use the space as it is expected to be shared with others at any time. Please be respectful of each other’s practice while in the room. The room is available for use by individuals and should not be used for group programs. If you need a space of your own or your group, you can request access to the Movement Room (MacLean Center room 1301). For more information, contact Multicultural Affairs at kvaler@saic.edu.

 

The Quiet Space in the Cultural Oasis: A Space by and for students of color is located at: 
Sullivan Center, Rm 1425-A
36 S Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603

Designed by a visioning group of over 30 students identifying as Black, Indigenous, and people of color, the room is as a dedicated place to relax, and recharge. Located within the Cultural Oasis: A Space by and for students of color, the room is located away from heavily traveled areas. The enclosed meditation/quiet room within the Cultural Oasis is equipped with comfortable cushions and customizable lighting for spiritual or wellness needs. You don't need to make any reservations to use the space as it is expected to be shared with others at any time. Please be respectful of each other’s practice while in the room. The room is available for use by individuals and should not be used for group programs. If you need a space of your own or your group, you can request access to the Movement Room (MacLean Center room 1301). For more information, contact Multicultural Affairs at kvaler@saic.edu.

 

To ensure the safety of our community, lighting of incense, and candles, and/or any engaging in practices that may pose a fire hazard, are not permitted. Additional information can be found in the Fire Safety Policy found in the specific policies section of the Student Handbook.

 

Student Involvement

If you'd like to get involved with faith-based or spirituality-based communities, there are student groups that provide opportunities to connect. All groups are open to any community member, and all are invited to attend!

 

Local Resources

Listed below are some sites for worship around Chicago. These sacred sites are significant, not only for communities to gather with shared purpose, but also for their significant architectural structures.   

3823 S Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL 60653
773.373.8500
 
5500 S Woodlawn Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
773.493.6451
 
100 Linden Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091
847.853.2300
 
1151 W Leland Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
773.334.4661
 
16 S Clark St., Chicago, IL 60603
312.346.7370
 
4315 S Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60653
773.373.7700
 
1121 N Leavitt St., Chicago, IL 60622
773.486.6064
 
1100 E Hyde Park Blvd., Chicago, IL 60615
773.924.1234
 
1035 W 31st St., Chicago, IL 60608
773.927.8807
 
4301 W Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60624
773.287.5051
 
1936 Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60616
312.225.4951
 
340 W 66th St., Chicago, IL 60621
773.873.4464
 
5500 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640
773.561.5343
 
2127 W 22nd Pl., Chicago, IL 60608
773.847.6100
 
301 N Mayfield Ave., Chicago, IL 60644
773.626.9385
 
9848 S WInchester Ave., Chicago, IL 60643
773.445.530
 
1040 N Harlem Ave., River Forest, IL 60305
708.366.9000

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Chicago is home to many more resources and locations than can be listed! Our office is available to assist students in finding and locating resources both within and outside of SAIC.