Our Vision
University Ministry aspires to the following values in every aspect of daily living with the students, faculty, and staff of Dominican University:
- We are a community of radical hospitality that fosters belonging.
- We honor and cultivate the rhythm of contemplation and action.
- We do theology, ministry, and formation that begins with students' social locations—their cultures, faith traditions and their own human development.
- We are called to interfaith dialogue and action because we are a Catholic, Dominican community.
- We witness and celebrate the places where God's right relationship, or justice, emerges and we commit ourselves to bringing about that same justice in daily life.
Get Involved with University Ministry Programs
Alternative Break Immersions
Examine social issues, give back to others and come together as a community during academic breaks through these week-long excursions.
Beloved Community
This faith formation and leadership development fellowship explores the spiritualities of African-descended peoples.
Cultural and Heritage Events
Learn about expressions of faith within cultures through special campus events.
Interfaith Connections
Interfaith interns help create spaces to build relationships and community across differences.
Ministry en lo Cotidiano
Participate in faith-based service in Latine communities and develop skills for church leadership.
Waters Internship
Live out a commitment to faith and justice through meaningful on-campus work and reflection.
University Ministry Resources
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Dominican Life and Dominican Organizations
- Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters, founders and sponsors of Dominican University
- Dominican Youth Movement USA, connects youth and young adults to the Dominican tradition of preaching
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Catholic Resources
These resources can connect you to information, service and support from Catholic organizations, both local and global.
- Archdiocese of Chicago
- United States Council of Catholic Bishops, promotes the common good of the Church. Provides daily Mass readings, news and current issues facing the Church
- Synod on Synodality, helping People of God discern together on how to become a more synodal Church
- The Vatican
- Vatican News, covers the Vatican and Catholic issues around the world
- Outreach, an LGBTQ Catholic ministry
- Catholic Relief Services, U.S.-based international humanitarian agency
- Laudato Si' Movement, environmental action and advocacy
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Educational Partners
University Ministry works in partnership with the following organizations to provide additional, faith-centered educational support for students:
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Community Partners
Our community partners provide service learning and leadership opportunities for students.
- ARISE Chicago, supports immigrant workers
- Aspiring Youth of Chicago, empowers economically disadvantaged youth in underserved areas of Chicago
- BUILD, gang intervention, violence prevention and youth development
- Catholic Charities, responds to populations in need across Cook and Lake Counties
- Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership (CSPL), offers training, leadership development and community organizing
- L’Arche Chicago, operates integrated housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Opportunity Knocks, co-creator of inclusive programs and partnerships for populations with diverse abilities
- Precious Blood Ministries of Reconciliation, serves young people and families impacted by violence, incarceration and structural inequity in Chicago’s Back of the Yards and Englewood neighborhoods
- Quinn Center of Saint Eulalia Catholic Church, offers collaborative initiatives that promote health, education and human connection in Proviso Township
- Taller de José, provides support services for individuals with health, legal, housing and social needs
- The Resurrection Project, provides access to affordable housing, helps families build financial security, advocates for immigrant justice and trains community leaders
- YEMBA, youth empowerment organization
