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Vibrant Communities. Vibrant You.

The Office of Religious and Philosophical Life supports people and communities becoming more themselves. We offer confidential one-on-one spiritual care, connect you to caring communities, and affirm you in the fullness of your identities, questions, and beliefs.

Undergraduate Students

Discover communities, programs, support, and opportunities designed to help you explore, connect, and thrive at Tufts.
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Faculty and Staff

Access accommodations guidance, community events, pastoral care, and connection across campus.
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Graduate Students

Find community, support, and programs that fit your unique experiences and needs as a graduate or professional student.
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Religious and Philosophical Communities

Connect with communities that bring people together through tradition, exploration, and belonging.
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Meditation, mass, pujas, book clubs, choir, meals, prayer, service opportunities - we host weekly gatherings for for the entire Tufts community that uplift our multifaith mission and bring people together.

In addition, our interfaith initiatives are for you if you are aiming to hone leadership skills, build resilient community, and enhance your religious literacy. Don't see a gathering for you? Reach out! We are here to make it happen with you.

Additionally, chaplains are here for the entire Tufts community - staff, faculty, and students. Please reach out for a confidential conversation when you need it. 

Meet the team

The Reverend Elyse Nelson Winger

University Chaplain

Lynn Cooper

Senior Associate University Chaplain
Director of Catholic Life

The Reverend Dan Bell

Associate University Chaplain
Director of Protestant Life

Rabbi Naftali Brawer

Neubauer Executive Director of Tufts Hillel
Jewish Chaplain

Anthony Cruz Pantojas

Associate University Chaplain
Director of Humanist Life & Africana Spiritual Life

Khan Shairani

Associate University Chaplain
Director of Muslim Life

Nora Bond

Associate Director for Programs

Lindsey Chu

Senior Administrative Coordinator

Prakruthi Ramesh

Coordinator of Buddhist and Hindu Life

Suzanne Cartreine

Director Music