Interfaith Center

The Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant chaplains at Hofstra University work closely with one another and with students to offer a wide variety of faith-based programs. Activities include social events, dinners, religious services, holiday celebrations, guest speakers, community service projects, informal discussions, study groups, regional and national conferences, and retreats. The chaplains are also available for spiritual guidance and informal personal counseling. For more information, visit hofstra.edu/interfaith.

Prayer and Reflection Spaces

Prayer and reflection spaces for Hofstra students are located in the Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center (North Campus), and Roosevelt and Weller Halls (South Campus). Students need their valid HofstraCard to use these quiet spaces.

Catholic Community 

Campus Minister: Kendall Troy

Catholic Chaplain: Father John Crozier

Catholic Campus Ministry at Hofstra supports a community of faith on campus based on the traditions and values of the Roman Catholic Church. Catholic Campus Ministry is dedicated to the holistic enrichment of its students through spirituality, service, and fellowship. All students are welcome to participate in our regular programs consisting of retreats, international and local mission trips, volunteer opportunities, Bible study, discipleship, prayer groups, and social activities.

Jewish Community

Executive Director of Hofstra Hillel: Rabbi Dave Siegel

Hofstra Hillel: The Center for Jewish Life on Campus enriches the lives of Hofstra’s Jewish students so that they may enrich Jewish people and the lives of others. Hillel creates a pluralistic, welcoming, inclusive environment for Jewish students, and sponsors a wide variety of programs and opportunities, including free weekly Shabbat dinners, social activities, the celebration of Jewish holidays, social justice projects, informal Jewish learning, free trips to Israel, leadership experiences, and internships. Programs are open to all members of the Hofstra community.

Muslim Community

Muslim Chaplain: Shaykh Ibad Wali 

The Muslim Chaplain’s Office works closely with the Hofstra Islamic Organization, Muslim Students Association (MSA), and Hofstra faculty and staff to organize weekly Jumuah (Friday) prayers, Quranic studies, celebrations of Islamic holy days such as Eid-al-Fitr (the festival marking the end of Ramadan) and Eid-al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice). The Muslim community also commemorates other Islamic events, such as the fasting month of Ramadan and Hijra, the Islamic New Year. Following Islamic traditions, the Muslim Chaplain’s Office encourages interfaith dialogue and interaction among all students and staff through social and cultural events. 

Protestant Community

Protestant Chaplain: Reverend Joyce P. Brandon Dugger

The Protestant community at Hofstra is a fellowship of students, faculty, and staff who come together to develop relationships and grow in their spiritual journey as Christian disciples. Fellowship meetings are held every Wednesday, and worship services are offered on Sunday evenings. In addition, throughout the semester, the Protestant community participates in community service projects and offers pastoral counseling, workshops, and biblical life coaching. Programs are open to the entire Hofstra community.