The Department of Community Relations values the community, environment, education and knowledge in the service of humanity, as well as promoting faith through worship.

We bring what we learn about energy, water, transportation, food and waste to the broader community and to the City of Chicago through outreach and educational opportunities.

We collaborate with other University departments to offer and promote relevant cultural and educational programs to the surrounding community, and we maintain good relationships with many places of worship and justice-based organizations in order to promote faith through worship and action.