St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center

Transformation and Impact

The St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center promotes campus-wide spaces for transformation and impact by providing a welcoming environment, support services, leadership development opportunities and a variety of activities and events for all members of the campus community.

Be Welcomed and Affirmed

Driven by our core values and the University’s founding mission, the Justice Center promotes a sense of belonging and affirms the God-given dignity of all who make Saint Francis an exceptional place.

We do so by providing a welcoming environment, support services, leadership development, and a variety of activities and events.

2027 Chile Service Trip

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

The Justice Center equips students with the tools and experience needed to be an effective, compassionate leader.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

We host activities and events that bring students together—including Karaoke, gaming tournaments, topical discussions and more.

SOCIAL PROGRAMMING

Guided by Justice Center Advocates, (JCAs), our social and educational programming promotes cultural diversity and social justice.

Transformative Leadership

We cultivate servant leaders who are rooted in integrity, service, and a shared dedication to making a positive impact. Through intentional programming, mentorship and hands-on experiences, we empower students to develop the skills, confidence and vision needed to lead by serving others first.

Be Engaged and Inspired

The Justice Center is also a place for fun, relaxation and community. Attend an event (Karaoke is popular!), stop by to watch premiere league soccer, study or take a break. We’re here for you.

Be the Difference

The Justice Center fosters cultural understanding and awareness of social justice issues through in-class presentations, interactive workshops, seminars, conferences, and activities. Recent examples include:

Multicultural education session for faculty and staff
Cultural awareness training
United Culture Association
Service opportunities
Black History Month
Hispanic Heritage Month
The Power of You
Group facilitated Dialogues in residence Halls
MLK Day activities
Cougar HOPE

Collaboration Across Campus

In addition to our own initiatives, the Justice Center often partners with campus clubs and organizations to provide training, facilitate guided conversations and offer support. We recently collaborated with:

The Power of You
United Culture Association
Black Student Association
Student Activity Council
Student Government Association

Become a Justice Advocate

Student Justice Advocates help foster a culture of belonging on campus by helping plan activities and events for your peers. Serving as a St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center ambassador also allows you to build valuable leadership skills.

Learn About Student Leadership Opportunities

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Application

“I work as a Justice Center Advocate at the Justice Center on campus. It’s an amazing opportunity and it’s broadened my perspective. Coming from the Midwest, I don’t know many people from other countries. The goal of the Justice Center is to bring together the campus community and celebrate our diversity. It’s a lot of fun and we learn so much from each other.”
Laura Thornell ’27 Biology, Pre-Physician Assistant Studies