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| Inferfaith S'mores Night
Thursday, October 15, 9 pm, Academic Quad
Join us for a fun, casual bonfire this Thursday night. Come meet members of the interfaith community and enjoy s'mores on fall evening. Members of the Interfaith Student Council will start the night off with some informal sharing from their personal religious or philosophical journeys. Please feel free to bring items from your own experiences to share such as poetry, songs, readings, or personal thoughts. Religious, nonreligious, and philosophical identities are all welcome around the "campfire." For more information, email here.
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2015 Common Reading Program Author Visit
Acts of Faith: The Story of an American Muslim, the Struggle for the Soul of a Generation, by Eboo Patel, was chosen as the Common Reading book for entering Tufts undergraduates for fall 2015. It was sent to all first-year and transfer students to read, and the author visited campus on Monday, September 21 to lead an interfaith cooperation workshop with students, a coffee workshop for faculty and staff, and to deliver a keynote lecture entitled, "Personal Stories, Radical Diversity, and Active Citizenship: Interfaith Leadership in the 21st Century."
For more information on the 2015 Common Reading Program, click here.
The Common Reading Program is sponsored by the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service and the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate and Graduate Students, this year in partnership with the University Chaplaincy.
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Eboo Patel delivers a lecture titled "Personal Stories, Radical Diversity, and Active Citizenship: Interfaith Leadership in the 21st Century" on Monday, September 21 in Cohen Auditorium as a part of the 2015 Common Reading Program.
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Left - 09/21/2015 - Medford/Somerville, MA - Jordanian musician Farah Siraj performs during a dinner for Eboo Patel, author of "Acts of Faith," the common reading book for the Class of 2019. (Alonso Nichols/Tufts University) Middle - 09/21/2015 - Medford/Somerville, MA - Tufts faculty and staff pose for a photo with guest Eboo Patel, author of "Acts of Faith." From left: Muslim Chaplain Celene Ibrahim, Tisch College Program Director Mindy Nierenberg, Dean of Undergraduate and Graduate Students John Barker, Jewish Chaplain Rabbi Jeffrey Summit, Dean of Tisch College Alan Solomont, Author Eboo Patel, University Chaplain The Reverend Gregory McGonigle, Protestant Chaplain Chanta Bhan, and Catholic Chaplain Lynn Cooper. (Alonso Nichols/Tufts University) Right - 09/21/2015 - Medford/Somerville, MA - Eboo Patel, author of "Acts of Faith," gives a keynote lecture in Cohen Auditorium. (Alonso Nichols/Tufts University)
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Senior Commencement Speaker Nominations – The Wendell Phillips Award
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| Each year, one graduating senior is chosen to be the class speaker at Commencement, and the speech takes place during the Baccalaureate Service. Established in 1896 and named for Wendell Phillips, the speech is intended to deliver a social justice message for our time in keeping with Phillips’ spirit Faculty, staff, and students may nominate seniors to apply to be the Wendell Phillips Speaker, and seniors many self-nominate. The application requires a resume of public leadership and service activities, a written essay, and a recorded speech.
Applications are reviewed by the Committee on Student Life (CSL), and the CSL will invite finalists to present brief speeches at an open forum in March. The CSL then selects the winner. This award also carries a cash prize of approximately $900.
To make a nomination, please visit: http://ocl.tufts.edu/wendellphillips.
This year’s deadline for nominations is November 2, 2015 at 5 p.m.
For more information, please contact Joseph Golia, Director of the Office for Campus Life, at joseph.golia@tufts.edu or x73212.
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Religious and Philosophical Life Programs
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CAFE (Conversation, Action, Faith, and Education) Meeting and Community Study Hours
Tuesday, October 13, 9 pm, Eaton 209
It is a that nebulous / infamous / endless time of the year again of... midterms. Join CAFE tonight in Eaton 209 at 9 pm for a brief check-in and a place to study for the religious and philosophical community. There will be a hot water heater, some tea (feel free to bring your own), snacks, and great study buddy company. The study hours will last until 11 pm. Please feel free to stop in anytime during that block.
Parents and Family Weekend Programs:- Jumah Prayer
Friday, October 16, 1:15 pm, Interfaith Center (58 Winthrop St.)
All are welcome to pray or simply observe.
- Shabbat Services and Dinner
Friday, October 16, 5 pm, Granoff Family Hillel Center (200 Packard Avenue)
Pre-Shabbat reception and schmooze starts at 5 pm. RSVP Here
Please join us for Shabbat student-lead Conservative and Reform services at 6 pm. A delicious kosher dinner follows services at approximately 7:15 pm. Advanced registration for dinner is required (the registration site is now open). There will be a special performance at dinner by Shir Appeal, Tufts' only Jewish, co-ed acapella singing group. You are welcome for services, dinner or both. For more information, please call the Hillel Center at 617-627-3242. You are welcome to attend any component or join us for the entire evening.
- Tufts Muslim Students Association Annual Eid Al-Adha Dinner Celebration
Friday, October 16, 6:30-10 pm, 51 Winthrop Street
Please join MSA at our 2015 Annual Eid Al-Adha Dinner Celebration. This year we are incredibly fortunate to have Shahed Amanullah as our guest speaker, speaking about "Social Entrepreneurship in American Muslim Communities." Mr. Amanullah is an entrepreneur who has founded several Silicon Valley new media startups. He serves as CEO and Co-founder of LaunchPosse, a D.C. startup based at Affinis Labs that helps people leverage their social networks to shape and launch ideas for entrepreneurship. All are welcome to this celebration and free dinner will be provided. For more information, check out our Facebook event.
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| - Protestant Chaplaincy Tea
Saturday, October 17, 3:15-5 pm, Goddard Chapel
Join a diverse group of Protestant students for tea and scones with traditional Devonshire cream. An intimate and participatory circle prayer gathering begins at 4:30 pm. Fellowship with the Protestant Chaplaincy and bring your intercessions and thanksgivings to share in the community.
- Tufts Hillel Parent's Weekend Shabbat
Saturday, October 17, 9 am, Granoff Family Hillel Center (200 Packard Avenue)
Student-led Shabbat morning services followed by a festive lunch oneg (registration is not required).
- Catholic Mass for Students, Parents, and Families
Sunday, October 18, 11 am, Goddard Chapel
A special morning Mass for students and families to celebrate together. Light reception to follow.
- Protestant Worship Service
Sunday, October 18, 7 pm, Goddard Chapel
Parents and families are most welcome.
Pink Challah Bake
Wednesday, October 14, 5:30-6:30 pm and 8:30-9:30 pm, Granoff Family Hillel Center, Lower Level
This week Challah for Hunger, through our partnership with Sharsheret, will be raising awareness about the risk for hereditary breast cancer and ovarian cancer among Ashkenazi Jews. Wear a pink shirt and join us for our Dough-Making and Braiding shifts as we make special pink challah in addition to our usual flavors. Caring Conversation Led by Chanta Bhan
Wednesdays, October 14, October 21, and November 4, 7-8 pm, Goddard Chapel
Spirituality, Self-care, and Positive Psychology in the Book of Philippians --bring your creativity and insights about stress-management. Use our variety of crafts materials to express your thoughts and feelings as we pair self-care conversations with prayer and Scripture study.
10/14 - Philippians 2: Joy
10/21 - Philippians 3: Perseverance
(no meeting 10/28)
11/4 - Philippians 4: Peace Hike to the Fells Led by the Protestant Student Association
Sunday, October 18, 12:30 pm, Upper Campus Center
Join us for a hike up to Wright’s Tower in the Medford Fells. Rent a Tufts Bike from the library and meet us at the upper CC, and we’ll bike the 15 minutes to the Fells. We’ll check out some of the ponds in the Fells and have great views of Boston, so come enjoy the fall foliage and great weather...won’t be long before the snow sets in. Bring a picnic lunch or snack, and we’ll be back on campus by 4.
Pizza and Conversation with Katherine Smith, Assistant Dean of Admissions at Vanderbilt Divinity School
Tuesday, October 20, 4:15-5:30 pm, Eaton 301
Thinking about a carer in ministry, social justice or religious studies? Katherine Smith, Assistant Dean of Admissions at Vanderbilt Divinity School will be present to talk about the graduate programs Vanderbilt Divinity has to offer and to answer your questions. No RSVP required.
Protestant Student Association Annual Apple Picking Event
Saturday, October 24,1 pm
Join PSA memebers and head over to Shelburne Farms for some fun fall festivities. **Transportation details to follow** Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service 2016
Last year, Tufts' interfaith and Africana Communities organized Tufts' first annual MLK Day of Service. Approximately 80 students and staff from the Tufts community joined together to serve at various sites in the greater Boston area. If you are interested in joining the planning team for this year's Day of Service or would like more information, please contact Zachary Cole at zachary.cole@tufts.edu.
Faculty and Staff Mindfulness Series: 6-week course from October 19th-December 7th
Would you like to have more energy, be more productive, and improve your health? Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment in a non-judgmental way. Practicing mindfulness can help you stay calm and focused in the midst of a busy day. This course is taught by Marathon Health Coach and Register Nurse Janet Fontana. Register for this course by calling The Wellness Center at 617-627-0467. Sponsored by the Tufts Wellness Center and the University Chaplaincy. The Fletcher Conference on Religion, Law, and Diplomacy
Saturday October 31, 9 am-4 pm, ASEAN Auditorium
This first-time conference will bring together academics, practitioners, and religious leaders to discuss the roles religion plays in myriad issues spanning from security to civic engagement. The one-day conference, consisting of keynotes and three panels—Security & Conflict, Rights & the State, and Politics & Identity—will provide a forum to explore how religion affects these spheres and how an understanding of religious influences improves policy-making. Email ReligionLawDiplomacy@tufts.edu with any questions or look up more information at Fletcher Conference on Religion, Law and Diplomacy website.
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Off Campus Programs Second Annual Harvard-Brown Pakistani Film Festival 2015
October 16-18, 2015
The second annual Harvard Brown Pakistani Film Festival 2015 will be held at Harvard University's NorthWest Building 52 Oxford St. Cambridge MA 02138 on October 16, 17, and 18, 2015. Audiences will have the opportunity to mingle with contemporary Pakistani filmmakers and scholars of South Asian cinema in three days of film screenings, Q&A¹s with directors, lectures, panels, and roundtable conversations. After the remarkable success of the first Pakistani Film Festival in 2014 at Brown University, Harvard University will host the festival, with generous support from the Harvard University Asia Center, Brown University South Asia Studies Program, Harvard University Arts and Humanities Division, Harvard University South Asia Institute, and Harvard Pakistan Student Group.
Ground Breaking and Dedication Ceremony for the Krystle Campbell Peace Garden
Sunday, October 18, 2 pm, 101 Riverside Avenue, Medford, MA
Mayor Michael J. McGlynn invites Tufts students to the ground breaking and dedication ceremony for the Krystle Campbell Peace Garden at 101 Riverside Avenue, Medford, MA. If you plan on attending, make sure to RSVP by October 12, 2015 to levangelista@medford.org or (781) 393-2409.
Subverting the Gospel of Guns
October 22-23, Andover Newton Theological School, 210 Herrick Rd, Newton Centre
A two-day summit that will unite religious, civic, and academic leaders in a discussion of the epidemic of gun violence raging through American cities. Keynote speakers are Attorney General Maura Healey (Commonwealth of Massachusetts) and Mayor Martin J. Walsh (City of Boston). Registration required.
The Anonymous People Screening
Wednesday, October 21 at 6:45 pm, Grace Episcopal Church, 160 High Street, Medford
The Anonymous People is a feature documentary film about the 23.5 million Americans living in long-term recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. The moving story of The Anonymous People is told through the faces and voices of the leaders, volunteers, corporate executives, and celebrities who are laying it all on the line to save the lives of others just like them. This passionate new public recovery movement is fueling a changing conversation that aims to transform public opinion, and finally shift problematic policy toward lasting recovery solutions. This event is free and open to all.
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| Resources, Scholarships, and OpportunitiesBack to School Drive by Nu Chapter of Latinas Promoviendo Comunidad/Lambda Pi Chi Sorority, Inc.
September 15 - October 15
Box Locations: LGBT Center, Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life (Campus Center 210), Carmichael Lounge
Collecting any school supplies, clothes or money for the Foster Children of Aida Avila and Butterfly Day Care. You can also donate monetarily here. For more information, please contact: Christin Mujica, President at nu@lambdapichi.org.
International Center Donation Drive
Thursday, October 1-Thursday, October 15, International Center (20 Sawyer Avenue, 9 am-5 pm)
The International Center is accepting donations of winter coats, jackets and scarves for our annual clothing drive. We will be happy to accept donations of winter coats, jackets, and scarves through Thursday, October 15, 2015. We are sorry we cannot accept donations of other clothing or bedding items at this time. As the cold weather approaches, it would be very nice to assist our newly-arrived international students with some warm winter coats, jackets and scarves. Items of need include winter coats, jackets, and scarves.
The 6th Annual Women's Center Symposium on Gender and Culture: "Belonging" - Call for Papers
What does it mean to belong, and what makes us feel like we belong? For the 6th Annual Women's Center Symposium on Gender and Culture, we are investigating the personal and political nuances of belonging. Any interested Tufts undergraduate or graduate student may submit abstracts describing your topic and outlining your argument. Please submit an abstract of -300 words (no more than 1 page), describing your paper, presentation, performance, or other proposal to Bryn Gravitt (bryn.gravitt@tufts.edu) by Wednesday, October 16th. For more information, please click here.
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| Provost's Diversity Reception For All Graduate Students
Wednesday, October 14, 6:30-8:30 pm, Alumnae Lounge
Provost David Harris invites you to an evening of music, food and fellowship. Learn about the Multi Ethnic Graduate Alliance (MEGA) and enjoy international keyboardist João Nogueira. Provost Harris and Chief Diversity Officer Mark Brimhall-Vargas will make opening remarks. Faculty and staff welcome.
RSVP by October 7: lisa.bloom@tufts.edu
Dinner and a Movie: Belle
Thursday, October 15, 6:30 pm, Women's Center
How do identity politics and marginalization play out within our families? What can historical fiction teach us not just about history but our contemporary struggles for justice? Inspired by the 1779 portrait of Dido Elizabeth Belle and set amidst the turmoil of the horrific ZONG legal case, Belle tells the fictionalized story of a bi-racial young woman's struggle with some of these questions in the white-dominated and racist society of late 18th-century Britain. Join us for dinner and a screening of Belle with a discussion led by Natalie Masuoka, Associate Professor of Political Science, and Steph Gauchel, Director of the Women's Center.
Operation Beautiful with Caitlin Boyle
Thursday, October 15, 8 pm, Goddard Chapel
Discuss body positivity and self-image. Learn how to support your peers. Combat the media's objectification of young adults. Expand your definition of beauty. Free admission. Sponsored by Balance Your Life, Health Promotion and Prevention, Athletics, Health and Wellness, Residential Life, University Chaplaincy, Women's Center.
Culturally Enriching Activities Affect Students and Their Values
Monday, October 19, 12-1:30 pm, Rabb Room, Lincoln Filene Hall
Lecture by Jay P. Greene, the Distinguished Professor of Education Policy and Department Head, Department of Education Reform, University of Arkansas.
The Sporkful Live Podcast Recording at Tufts
October 20, 7:30 pm, Cohen Auditorium
Join Tufts Alumnus and The Sporkful host Dan Pashman for a live reocrding of his popular podcast. The Sporkful explores the huge, fun world of food and eating that lies beyond the realm of chefs, restaurants, and recipes. With guest comedian Myq Kaplan on food terminology, DJ Rekha on Diwali food and bhangra music, and Tufts professor Rob Devigne on Socrates, Nietzsche, and snack mix ethics. Alumni reception afterwards with Dan Pashman, Myq Kaplan, Rob Devigne and more. Plus performances by Tufts Beelzebubs, Shir Appeal, and Bhangra . Tickets are avilable at tuftstickets.com
Tisch Talks in the Humanities: From Voice to Influence: Preparing for Civic Agency in a Digital Age by Danielle S. Allen, Director, Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics & Professor, Department of Government and Graduate School of Education, Harvard University
Wednesday, October 21, 12:30 pm, Cabot 702, the Fletcher School
Join Tisch College for a brown-bag lunch discussion with this year’s recipient of the 2015 Tisch Research Prize winner, Professor Danielle Allen. Allen is a co-editor of the recent book From Voice to Influence: Understanding Citizenship in a Digital Age and a member of the Youth Participatory Politics Research Network. She will present and discuss ten fundamental design principles for those seeking to be, or support, change-makers who work with digital tools. The design principles were developed through her work with the MacArthur Foundation research network on youth and participatory politics.
This event is organized by the Initiatives in the Public Humanities at Tisch College and co-sponsored by Boston Civic Media. Please RSVP by emailing Jessica.Byrnes@tufts.edu.
Tisch Research Prize Keynote Address: Recovering Equality in America by Danielle S. Allen, Director, Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics & Professor, Department of Government and Graduate School of Education, Harvard University
Wednesday, October 21, 5:30 pm, Interfaith Center (58 Winthrop Street)
This year’s recipient of the Tisch Research Prize, Professor Danielle Allen was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship in 2002 for her ability to combine "the classicist's careful attention to texts and language with the political theorist's sophisticated and informed engagement." Among her many books is Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality, which was featured on the front page of the New York Times. A renowned scholar in many fields, Allen has doctorates in both classics and political science and also writes about education and race in contemporary America. This event is co-sponsored by the Center for Race and Democracy, the Africana Center, and the departments of Classics, History, Philosophy, and Political Science.
Please register here: http://activecitizen.tufts.edu/events/#DanielleAllen.
Marathon of Majors: Majors Fair
Thursday, October 22, 12-3 pm, Tisch Library Patio & Roof
Rain Date: Monday, October 26, 12-3 pm, Tisch Library Patio & Roof
Come chat with faculty, declared students and Tufts resources. The first 100 students will receive a water bottle. Sponsored by CTAs and Co-Sponsored by ACE Fellows.
Tisch Distinguished Speaker Series: Larry Summers
Tuesday, October 27, 5:30 pm, Alumnae Lounge
Tisch College continues its distinguished speaker series with Lawrence H. Summers, Charles W. Eliot University Professor and President Emeritus of Harvard University. During the past two decades, he has served in a series of senior policy positions in Washington, D.C., including the 71st Secretary of the Treasury for President Clinton, Director of the National Economic Council for President Obama and Vice President of Development Economics and Chief Economist of the World Bank.
Asian American Jeopardy
Thursday, October 29, 6:30 pm, Rabb Room
Come and test your knowledge of Asian and Asian American topics! Dinner provided Featuring our faculty/administrator participants: Mary Pat McMahon, Student Affairs; Noe Montez, Drama; David Proctor, History (playing on teams with students); and Chip Gidney, Child Development, as our host.
Rocky Horror Screening
Friday, October 30, Time TBD, Barnum 008
Join the LGBT Center and Film Series for our annual screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show. This Halloween celebration is not to be missed. Last year we were at capacity, so come early. Some props provided, but there is a costume contest, so get creative. If you are interested in performing in the Team Q Rocky Horror shadow cast, contact: Shakura Cox. For more information contact the LGBT Center at x73770 or check out our website: http://ase.tufts.edu/lgbt/
Where's Gender? An Interactive Mapping of the Tufts Campus
Tuesday, November 10, 9 pm, Lewis Hall Lounge
Join us for snacks and a fun activity where we unpack gender at Tufts. Co-sponsored by Residential Life and Learning, LGBT Center, and Women's Center. For more info contact: steph.gauchel@tufts.edu
Tisch Distinguished Speaker Series: Women In Politics
Thursday, November 12, 5:30 pm, Alumnae Lounge
Join distinguished female politicians who have worked at all levels of government for an engaging discussion of politics and women’s leadership. Since 2013, Katherine Clark has served as Congresswoman for Massachusetts’ 5th district, representing 24 cities and towns including the area of Tufts’ Medford campus. Ayanna Pressley has served on the Boston City Council since 2009, when she became the first woman of color ever elected to the Council. Keiko Orrall is the first Asian-American woman to be elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives. She represents the 12th Bristol district.
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Weekly Gatherings
Note: Additional gathering times are still being finalized and will be added in the coming weeks. For more information, please contact chaplaincy@tufts.edu.
Mondays- Tufts Hindu Students Council: Puja, 9-10:30 pm, Goddard Chapel
Tuesdays
- Capen Bible Study: Bible Study, 8-9 pm, Capen House
Wednesdays
- Tufts University Unitarian Universalists (10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2): Meeting, 7-8 pm, Interfaith Center
- C. Stacey Woods Programming Board: Large Group, 7:30 pm, Granoff 155
Thursdays- Tufts Buddhist Sangha: Meditation, 8:30-10 am, Goddard Chapel
- Non-denominational Christian Fellowship: Large Group, 7:30-9 pm, Interfaith Center
- Tufts Freethought Society: Weekly Discussion Meeting, 7:30 pm, Eaton Hall 202
Fridays- Tufts Muslim Students Association: Jumah Prayer, 1:15 pm, Interfaith Center
- Catholic Community at Tufts: Reconciliation or Contemplative Prayer, 3-5 pm, Interfaith Center
- Tufts Hillel: Conservative & Reform Shabbat Services, 6 pm, Granoff Family Hillel Center
- Tufts Hillel: Shabbat Dinner, 7:15 pm, Granoff Family Hillel Center
- Chabad at Tufts University: Shabbat Dinner, 6:45 pm, Rohr Chabad House
- Chabad at Tufts University: Shabbat Service, 7:30 pm, Rohr Chabad House
Saturdays- Tufts Hillel: Conservative & Reform Shabbat Services, 10:30 am, Granoff Family Hillel Center
Sundays- Tufts Protestant Students Association: Worship Service, 7 pm, Goddard Chapel
- Tufts Buddhist Sangha (10/4, 10/25): Meditation, 7 pm, Rabb Room, Lincoln Filene Hall
- Capen Bible Study: Bible Study, 8-9 pm, Capen House
- Capen Bible Study: Prayer and Worship, 9-10 pm, Capen House
- Catholic Community at Tufts: Mass, 10 pm, Goddard Chapel
To learn meeting times for the following groups, please see our website for student leader contact information: - Tufts Baha'i Students Association
- Tufts CAFE (Interfaith)
- Tufts Campus HOPE (Seventh Day Adventist)
- Tufts Latter-day Saints Students Association
- Tufts Orthodox Christian Fellowship
- Tufts Sikh Students Association
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| About the University Chaplaincy Enews
The University Chaplaincy Enews is published weekly by the Tufts University Chaplaincy to promote programs and opportunities related to spirituality, ethics, culture, and social justice. To propose announcements for inclusion please contact chaplaincy@tufts.edu.
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The Tufts University Chaplaincy is a dynamic hub supporting religious, spiritual, ethical, and cultural life for all members of the Tufts community. We provide pastoral care, support religious and philosophical communities, educate about spiritual and ethical issues in society and the world, and promote multifaith engagement.
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