The idea of thresholds as pivotal moments in life has long piqued my interest in regards to the study of theology and its associated components. Thresholds hold the opportunity to see what awaits in the …
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Reconciling With My “Neutral” Religious Identity – Meghana Roy Peddoddi
My childhood was to my life as water is to a plant; every aspect of the bolstering that I received was associated with my upbringing. Peaceful was the smell of cardamom and red chili powder …
What China Taught Me About Faith–Xinyi Michelle Pan
Sunday mornings were always the same in China: people filled silently into a room, locked doors behind them, and some were patrolling the hallway. Occasionally, there would be a police raid, and people would be …
Why I March for Imam Hussain (A.S.) –Khadijah Dhoondia
Each year, millions of pilgrims flock to the world’s largest public gathering in Karbala, Iraq – the Arbaeen walk. Traveling entirely by foot, the 80 kilometer trek takes almost three days and commemorates 40 days …
Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur: Resources for students and fac/staff who celebrate
Rosh Hashanah, meaning ‘head of the year’ in Hebrew, is the celebration of the Jewish New Year. The first of the High Holy Days, Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Wednesday, October 2, and is …
Apple-picking
Join us for apple-picking at Eplegaarden Orchard to celebrate the fall holidays! Meet outside Pyle Center at 1:00pm, Bus leaves at 1:15pm, returns at 3:30pm. Email interfaith@studentaffairs.wisc.edu for accommodations.
Why I Am Becoming a Catholic–Pranneil Thankavel
I suppose I’ll write the story of why I am becoming a Catholic. I grew up in a Hindu household and can recall my earliest notions of God. His presence was never a question for …
A Reflection on the Past Academic Year & Encouragement for the Future–Jaden Schultz
Summer has officially ended, and the fall semester is underway. As a new academic year begins, I cannot help but reflect on the past year. The year was full of academic wins, personal successes, and …
David Maraniss on Religion & the American Presidency
Join the Center for Interfaith Dialogue and the Wisconsin Union Dining Politics & Society Committee as we lunch and learn from Pulitzer prize-winning journalist, presidential biographer, and Badger alum David Maraniss on the religion and …
Interfaith Chitchat
Join us for a casual conversation series starting Wednesday, September 25th from 5-6:30pm in the Red Gym, On Wisconsin Room, to chat about dating, friendships, and working with people from different traditions! Free Ian’s …