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Magis · Noun (MAH-jis) · seeking the greater good | We asked the SJU community how they’re striving to better their community with Magis. Explore their inspiring responses and play our MissionIQ game!
Date & Location TBD
Join us for a discussion group on “The Jesuit University: Witness to Hope, Creative and Dialogical Presence,” an address delivered by Fr. Arturo Sosa, S.J., to the International Association of Jesuit Universities higher education network. Time and location is currently TBD, please express your interest using the form.
Nov. 12 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm | Campion Banquet Halls
Explore post-graduation service opportunities from organizations across the nation. This fair is open to all students, any major! RSVP and learn more about post grad service at: sju.edu/PostGradService
Registration Open for Fall 2025!
The Spiritual Exercises, developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola, are a compilation of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices to help one deepen their relationship with God. For over 50 years members of the Saint Joseph's University community, of all faith traditions, and some with no particular tradition, have participated in doing a version of the Spiritual Exercises.
Committees
We'd love for you to join us in supporting the mission of Saint Joseph's University. Explore the upcoming committees and task forces below, and simply fill out the form linked below to be added to any group’s email list—no commitment required! You'll receive updates and invitations to upcoming meetings.
Mission Week Committee
Help shape our University's annual Mission Week by joining this committee. We’ll meet occasionally to brainstorm ideas, plan initiatives, and organize events that highlight the heart of our mission.
Contact: Eric Thompson at ethompso@sju.edu
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about Mission Week here
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about Mission Week here
Interfaith Task Force
This task force will go over ideas and initiatives for interfaith programming at SJU. The main goal of this committee is to plan the SJU Interfaith Prayer Service, which typically occurs annually in January.
Contact: Dan Joyce S.J. at djoyce@sju.edu
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Our Interfaith Programming webpage is coming soon!
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Our Interfaith Programming webpage is coming soon!
Refugee & Immigrant Working Group at SJU (RIWG)
This group aims to educate our campus community about the urgency of the global refugee crisis, support local efforts to serve the needs of refugee and immigrant families, and build a community of prayer and advocacy on behalf of refugees and immigrants. This group primarily communicates via a mail list rather than regular meetings.
Contact: Eric Thompson at ethompso@sju.edu
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about the RIWG here
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about the RIWG here
Post Graduate Service Fair Committee
Help plan the annual Post Graduate Service Fair! This group may also work to plan other post graduate service events for our seniors, including the Post Graduate Service Celebration in May.
Contact: Eric Thompson at ethompso@sju.edu
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about Post Graduate Service Fair here
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Learn more about Post Graduate Service Fair here
SJU's 175 Anniversary Celebration Planning Committee
Help plan the 175 anniversary of Saint Joseph's University! The anniversary will take place next year. Express your interest in the committee by adding your name to the form linked below.
Contact: Dan Joyce, S.J. at djoyce@sju.edu
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Webpage coming soon!
Join: Add yourself to the group mailing list here
Webpage: Webpage coming soon!
All Programs
Below is a list of all programs under the Office of Mission. Click on the program's title to learn more!
Alpha Sigma Nu
Students
The only Jesuit honor society, recognizing students who exemplify scholarship, loyalty, and service.
Students
The only Jesuit honor society, recognizing students who exemplify scholarship, loyalty, and service.
Campus Ministry
Students
SJU’s Campus Ministry offers a variety of events, groups, and initiatives specifically for students. They also host Mass and special liturgies that are open to the entire SJU community as well as the general public.
Students
SJU’s Campus Ministry offers a variety of events, groups, and initiatives specifically for students. They also host Mass and special liturgies that are open to the entire SJU community as well as the general public.
Hawk Hill Homilies
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
Each week, we will share a recorded homily reflecting on the Sunday's readings. Homilies are recorded at the Chapel of Saint Joseph's on Hawk Hill. New homilies available by 11 am each Sunday.
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
Each week, we will share a recorded homily reflecting on the Sunday's readings. Homilies are recorded at the Chapel of Saint Joseph's on Hawk Hill. New homilies available by 11 am each Sunday.
Ignatian Leadership Program
Staff / Faculty
A cohort-based leadership program for SJU staff and faculty, rooted in Ignatian values and reflection.
Staff / Faculty
A cohort-based leadership program for SJU staff and faculty, rooted in Ignatian values and reflection.
Ignatian Pedagogy Workshop
Staff / Faculty
A workshop for faculty to explore how to integrate Ignatian values into their teaching and curriculum.
Staff / Faculty
A workshop for faculty to explore how to integrate Ignatian values into their teaching and curriculum.
Ignatian Spirituality & Leadership Conference
Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A day of reflection and learning focused on discernment, leadership, and self-awareness.
Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A day of reflection and learning focused on discernment, leadership, and self-awareness.
Mission Week
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A week-long celebration of SJU’s Jesuit identity through events, reflection, and service opportunities.
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A week-long celebration of SJU’s Jesuit identity through events, reflection, and service opportunities.
Novenas
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
The Office of Mission hosts several novenas throughout the year, many of which take place in the Chapel of Saint Joseph (Hawk Hill) and are live streamed.
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
The Office of Mission hosts several novenas throughout the year, many of which take place in the Chapel of Saint Joseph (Hawk Hill) and are live streamed.
Philadelphia Service Immersion Program (PSIP)
Students
An early arrival experience for students to serve the local community, reflect, and build community with their SJU peers.
Students
An early arrival experience for students to serve the local community, reflect, and build community with their SJU peers.
Post Grad Service Initiatives
Students
A year of service can be an excellent opportunity to explore your interests, grow strong values, and build community. We host an annual Post Grad Service Fair in November, a reception for graduating seniors who choose service in May, as well as resources and connections for students and recruiters throughout the year.
Students
A year of service can be an excellent opportunity to explore your interests, grow strong values, and build community. We host an annual Post Grad Service Fair in November, a reception for graduating seniors who choose service in May, as well as resources and connections for students and recruiters throughout the year.
Reflection Opportunities
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
Our office offers virtual reflection materials that we invite you to check out. We also offer semesterly in-person half day retreats for staff/faculty as well as week-long chapel open houses that offer a calming self reflective spaces throughout the year. Check out the upcoming events section above, to see if an event is scheduled!
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
Our office offers virtual reflection materials that we invite you to check out. We also offer semesterly in-person half day retreats for staff/faculty as well as week-long chapel open houses that offer a calming self reflective spaces throughout the year. Check out the upcoming events section above, to see if an event is scheduled!
Refugee & Immigrant Working Group (RIWG)
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A campus initiative supporting refugees and immigrants through education, advocacy, and action.
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A campus initiative supporting refugees and immigrants through education, advocacy, and action.
SJU Community Garden
Students
A space for sustainability, reflection, and justice — where produce is grown and donated to local partners.
Students
A space for sustainability, reflection, and justice — where produce is grown and donated to local partners.
SJU Haiti Partnership
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A solidarity partnership with Jesuit schools in Haiti focused on education and community support.
Students Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
A solidarity partnership with Jesuit schools in Haiti focused on education and community support.
Spiritual Exercises
Students Staff / Faculty
A daily prayer practice with weekly reflection, rooted in the Ignatian tradition of discernment.
Students Staff / Faculty
A daily prayer practice with weekly reflection, rooted in the Ignatian tradition of discernment.
Spiritual Exercises Leader Formation Program (SEEL)
Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
This formation program is designed for individuals aspiring to become Certified Ignatian Spiritual Directors and Directors of the 19th Annotation of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Staff / Faculty Alumni / Community Members
This formation program is designed for individuals aspiring to become Certified Ignatian Spiritual Directors and Directors of the 19th Annotation of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.