About Us
Building Belonging Together
The Office of Religious and Philosophical Life brings together chaplains, advisors, educators, and staff who support the religious, spiritual, ethical, and philosophical life of the Tufts community.
Through spiritual care, community leadership, religious accommodations, educational programs, interfaith engagement, and campus partnerships, we help create opportunities for connection, reflection, belonging, and growth.
Whether you're looking for support, seeking a community, planning a program, or exploring life's bigger questions, we're here to help.
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life Leadership
The Reverend Elyse Nelson Winger
University Chaplain
The University Chaplain provides leadership for the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life and works across the university to support religious, spiritual, ethical, and philosophical life at Tufts.
University Chaplains

Staff and Program Leadership
The Office of Religious and Philosophical Life is supported by a team of professionals who coordinate programs, events, music, communications, operations, and community engagement across campus.
Connect With the Right Person
Not sure who to contact?
We can help connect you with the chaplain, staff member, program, or community best suited to your needs.
Campus Partnerships
Our team partners with students, faculty, staff, departments, centers, and offices across Tufts to support religious accommodations, educational initiatives, community-building, observances, service opportunities, and interfaith engagement.
If you're interested in collaborating with Religious and Philosophical Life, we'd love to hear from you.
