Prayer and Meditation Space, Open to All Faith Traditions and Worldviews, Undergoes Renovations

A contemplation space for Dominican students, faculty and staff of varied faith traditions and beliefs underwent renovations this semester.

Soundproofing, an accessible restroom and hallway, and aesthetic improvements were all part of upgrades to the space for interfaith prayer and meditation, located on the second floor of Mazzuchelli Hall near Rosary Chapel. Also added were wudu stations for the Islamic practice of ablution before prayer, and built- in storage for shoes.

The intention behind the changes is to make the space more welcoming to all within the university community and to cultivate the Dominican commitment to contemplation, said Tara Segal, assistant vice president and co-interim vice president for Mission and Ministry.
“Very often in Mission and Ministry we talk about the fact that because Dominican is a Catholic and Sinsinawa Dominican institution, everyone is welcome. It is our work to make sure Dominican is a home for everyone,” she said.