Student Life
Overview
A Vibrant On-Campus Community
What goes on in the hours you spend between classes at Calvin Seminary? Start with regular chapel and worship opportunities and add donut breaks, ping-pong tournaments and town hall gatherings (with free pizza provided, of course).
This is just the beginning of the ways you get to know other people in this caring, tight-knit community. You will also find many ways to serve, using your gifts and abilities to add to all of the wonderful things already happening here.
The Dean of Students Office
The Team Focused on Community
Community life at Calvin Seminary includes many opportunities. The Dean of Students Office helps the student body engage these opportunities and provides resources to help students succeed.
Worship
Growing Spiritually
Calvin Seminary is first and foremost a worshiping community, and you will find daily opportunities to gather with others to pray, sing and meditate on Scripture. Examples include:
- The community gathers in the beautiful Seminary Chapel at 10 a.m. each Wednesday for a student led service. Get involved by contacting Dean Jeff Sajdak in the Dean of Students Office.
- A 10-minute Matins service is available online each day from 7:40-7:50 a.m. before classes begin.
- Prayer groups meet online weekly on Thursday evening.
- Korean students gather each weekday morning for prayer and have several other worship gatherings at different times of day and on the weekends.
Organizations and Publications
Getting Connected
There are many ways to get involved. Student clubs and organizations are a great way to connect with fellow students. Below are some examples of ways to get connected:
Student clubs and organizations:
- Student Government
- Student Council
- Residential Student Advisory Team
- Distance Learning Student Advisory Team
- International Student Advisory Team
- Korean Student Association
- Idema Food Pantry and Clothes Closet
Student publications:
Counseling, Mentoring, and Spiritual Direction
Encouraging Spiritual and Mental Health
Calvin Seminary values the development and health of the whole person. As a student, you are not only valued for your contribution in the classroom or in the ministry-setting, but in all areas of your life. As your grow in your identity as a ministry-leader, there are bound to be personal challenges or blind spots that may hinder your personal health and the health of any future ministries. But you are not in this alone. Whether you are a residential or distance-learning student, Calvin Seminary wants to support you with a community that promotes mental health, and personal and spiritual growth.
Other Resources
Other Information on Being a Student at Calvin Seminary
International Students
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International StudentsCommunity
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Community
Social Activities
Events to Create Community
Residential students can connect with students, faculty and staff at regular activities and events throughout the year. Events include: