Office of Campus Ministries

The Spirituality Space (SAC L001) is always open. Whenever the Spirituality Space is not being used by OCM staff for scheduled group activities, students, faculty, and staff are welcome to come into the Spirituality Space for private meditation.

No, the Office of Campus Ministries (OCM) chaplains are each supported by their own religious organizations, not by the University. OCM chaplains serve as guests of the University.

The University and the Office of Campus Ministries (OCM) staff are sensitive to the spiritual concerns of every member of the campus community and always endeavor to assist students in meeting their spiritual needs. Some faiths which are amply represented in the student body may not have an OCM chaplain simply because established organizations representing those faiths may not have offered to provide qualified workers to serve the Gallaudet community. Please note that denominations and religious organizations which seek to serve the Gallaudet community must apply for permission from the Associate Dean of Student Center Programs and Services. These religious organizations, and the workers who represent them, must meet certain requirements in order to insure the integrity of the ministry and tranquility of the campus community. Students who seek fellowship in their own faith may do so either by meeting together on campus as a student-led organization, or by connecting with other off-campus community religious services.

The University encourages students who share common concerns, including religious concerns, to meet for mutual support. However, any group wanting to meet in classrooms, conference rooms, or public areas on campus, must go through regular channels to schedule their meeting space. Also, please let the Associate Dean of Student Center Programs and Services know about your activity, so they can respond appropriately to any questions you may have.

If you are part of the Gallaudet campus community and you would like to use the Spirituality Space (SAC L001) for a special event, contact the Associate Dean of Student Center Programs and Services.

Gallaudet is a private university that seeks to protect the rights and privacy of its students. The Office of Campus Ministries, working under the Office of Student Affairs and Academic Support, strives to address the spiritual needs of the campus community, free of intimidation. If you are witness to visitors aggressively promoting their religion or other such intimidating activities, please notify the Associate Dean of Student Center Programs and Services. Any visitor who behaves in a way that disrupts the campus community will be instructed to leave.

You can contact the following people to report problems concerning campus ministries:

• OCM Liaison Chaplain
• Interim Dean of Student Affairs
• Associate Dean of Student Center Programs and Services

Please also contact us for more information.