For Students
What we want for you to know, more than anything else, is that you belong. The world constantly reminds us of what we are not. And life has a tendency to make us feel alone. But you are a holy creation — made, loved, and claimed by God.
Which means you belong. Just as you are.
And the experience of belonging can give you freedom. Freedom to really be who you are. Freedom to really connect with others. Freedom to really dig into community, and make a difference in the world.
Join us at LCM as we explore what it means to belong to God, to one another, and to the world. You don’t have to be Lutheran — or any other faith — to join us. If you are a UW-Madison, Edgewood College, Madison College, or any other post-secondary student, we are here for you. Click on any of the links below to find out details about how we’re living out God’s mission here in Madison and in the world.
Events for Students
These events are held during the UW Fall and Spring academic terms.
Coffee Break
Wednesdays 9:30am – 10:30am
Join Pastor Emily and other students on Wednesday mornings for coffee or tea, a sweet treat, and informal conversation.
Thursday Nights at LCM
Thursdays at 5:30pm
We gather for Evening Prayer every Thursday at 5:30pm, next door at Luther Memorial Church. This brief contemplative service includes music, scripture, and time for reflection and prayer. The music changes from season to season, and sometimes the service includes a short reflection from Pastor Emily. After worship, we share dinner and fellowship at the Student Center at about 6:00pm.
Fall Retreat at Holy Wisdom Monastery October 20 & 21
Join St. Francis House, LCM Madison, LECM Whitewater, and LCM Milwaukee for our Fall EcoSpirituality retreat! We’ll gather together at Holy Wisdom Monastery, about 30 minutes away from the UW-Madison campus. We’ll learn about their beautiful restored prairies and ponder together where we meet God in the natural world, and what ecosystems have to teach us about our relationship with God and others. Register here: tinyurl.com/fallecoretreat
Newcomers Small Group!
This fall, all newcomer students are invited to join us for a small group discussion on Belovedness: Finding God (and self) on campus. LCM Student Leaders will lead the conversation and help you acclimate to faith and life in Madison. Register here: tinyurl.com/lcmnewcomers
Schedule a 1:1 with LCM Pastor Emily
Pastor Emily would be thrilled to grab coffee at LCM, go for a walk around campus, or meet virtually. Grab a spot on her calendar! Whether you’re new to LCM or have been around a while, schedule some time to chat!
Worship at Luther Memorial
Sundays 8:15am or 10:30am
We worship with Luther Memorial Church on Sundays at 8:15 or 10:30am. Luther Memorial, an intergenerational congregation founded by UW students in 1907, offers worship that reflects the richness of Christian tradition and music. Get more information at Luther Memorial website.
Blog Posts on Student Life
Stressed out? 7 ideas to help
Welcome back from spring break! I hope you had a great time away from school - or at least schoolwork. And welcome to the second half of the semester, where schoolwork, and life, start to feel a bit more challenging. This week, I want to share something I learned last...
Feasting and Fasting
The Christian tradition identifies the sacredness of both feasting and fasting and appoints seasons for both of them. The Lenten Season, seven weeks leading up to Easter, is a season of fasting. We eat more simply, sometimes refrain from particular types of foods, and...
Gratitude or Appreciation?
It’s Thanksgiving week! What’s your favorite part of the way you celebrate this holiday? Something you find on your plate? A traditional standby like turkey or mashed potatoes? Or maybe something particular to your own family of origin? Or perhaps, more than the meal,...
Student Center
Located across from the Chemistry building at the corner of University & Mills, the student center is open Monday – Thursday. You will find free coffee, occasional treats, and a great space to study or socialize!
The Keep Food Pantry
The Keep Food Pantry serves students, staff, and faculty of University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood College, and Madison College. The Keep Food Pantry is open Thursdays 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm.
Our Mission
Lutheran Campus Ministry is centered in Jesus Christ’s embodiment of the love and grace of God. In that spirit, we welcome all UW-Madison, Madison College, and Edgewood students, faculty, and staff to be a part of this community of faith, worship, service, and fellowship. Read more.