University Chaplaincy Programs during Fall Orientation 2026
Welcome to Tufts! We are so glad you are here.
To introduce you to the University Chaplaincy, we are hosting events during Orientation. Please reach out to Associate Director for Programs Nora Bond with any questions. Please check back here regularly, as we will be updating this page with events for Fall 2026 Orientation.
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Illumination for the Class of 2030 Join your classmates on the President's Lawn for this Tufts tradition of community candle-lighting. |
Thursday, September 3, 7:45 p.m. President’s Lawn |
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Meet the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life Join chaplains and student leaders near Goddard Chapel, overlooking Tisch Library Roof, for snacks, plants, crafts, and an introduction to the work of the University Chaplaincy. |
Thursday, September 3 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Goddard Chapel terrace (facing Tisch Roof) |
| Navigating Transitions: Reflections & Finding Your Way at Tufts with the Humanist Community
Join for an evening conversation on making meaning around transitions and finding your place at Tufts. Dinner provided. No RSVP necessary. |
Thursday, September 3
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Interfaith Center |
| Jummah Prayers
Join for the Jummah Prayer and connect with the community to learn about Muslim Life at Tufts. |
Friday, September 4
1:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Interfaith Center |
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Catholic Mass and Welcome Dinner Join for the first Mass of the academic year as we gather around word and table with a spirit of joy. All are welcome for dinner to get to know the Catholic community, even if you aren’t able to attend Mass. Bring a friend or roommate! Choir practice is at 4:00 p.m., please come ten minutes before if you would like to participate (all experience levels and instruments welcome). |
Sunday, September 6 5:00 p.m. (Mass) 6:00 p.m. (Dinner) Goddard Chapel |
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Protestant Christian Worship and Dessert Reception You are warmly welcome to join Tufts’ Protestant Christian community for our first worship service of the fall, followed by “Sunday Sundaes” in the chapel common room. |
Sunday, September 6 7:00 p.m. (Service) 8:00 p.m, (Dessert Reception) Goddard Chapel |
| Buddhist Orientation Meditation
Join the Buddhist community for the first meditation of the year! We will host a 25-minute meditation, a five-minute check-in, and then there will be snacks for sharing. No experience necessary, please join us! |
Monday, September 7
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Interfaith Center
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Hindu Community Chai and Chat Join for a warm hello, good chai, and a conversation about the Hindu community at Tufts. All are welcome! |
Monday, September 7
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Interfaith Center |
| Open Rehearsal for Voices for Peace and Light
Voices for Peace and Light is an unauditioned choir open to all members of the Tufts community - students, staff, faculty, and neighbors! Please join our first rehearsal if you are interested in singing. |
Thursday, September 10 12:10 p.m. - 1:10 p.m. Goddard Chapel
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Hillel Orientation Events |