Interfaith Spaces

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Interfaith Spaces

SUNY Erie’s Interfaith Spaces are religiously neutral interfaith prayer and meditation spaces located at our North and City campuses.

Our Interfaith Spaces are open during regular hours (Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM), and provide a centrally located, private, and quiet environment for those who wish to participate in worship, prayer, and meditation while on SUNY Erie’s campus. We hope that this space might be a place of grounding and renewal. Should you need the space after hours, or if the door is locked, please contact campus safety ((716) 270-6600) for access.

For your convenience, the room is equipped with a shoe rack to store shoes and room divers; prayer mats; LED candles; a kneeler; a shelf to hold books and other materials; and chairs for resting. Intentionally designed with simple furnishings, this room is intended to be an inclusive and welcoming space for all members of the SUNY Erie Community. We ask that all individuals treat all faiths and practices with respect, regardless of personal beliefs. We ask that all users abide by the following guidelines to ensure mutual respect for the space. 

Interfaith Spaces Are Located at:
City Campus: Post 275
North Campus: D 108

Space Guidelines

  • Please respect the need for a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. 
  • For visitors who need to wash before or after their visit, restrooms are located near both interfaith spaces.
  • The use of fire, including lit candles or incense, is not permitted.
  • No food or beverages are allowed in the room. Water bottles are permitted.
  • No laptops, video, or photography.
  • Animals are not permitted in the room.
  • Individuals must keep the room clean. You may move furniture to accommodate your prayer/meditation needs; Mats, chairs, and other furniture items must remain in the room and should be returned to their original location.
  • Light music or sound machines can be played, as long as all individuals are in agreement.
  • Cleaning/sanitizing supplies are available for individuals to wipe down mats/chairs before and after usage.
  • Items used for prayer, meditation, and reflection, and Symbols of faith should be stored after use. The overall tone of the room shall remain religiously neutral.
  • Individuals can bring their own items into the space for their practice.
  • Any damage to space or equipment must be promptly reported to campus safety.