Student Life
Campus Events
Spring Semester Begins
January 19 |
Spring Semester Begins
January 19 |
Virtual Prayer at 12 p.m.
January 19 |
Virtual Prayer at 12 p.m.
January 20 |
Getting to and Around Campus
Whether you're a commuter, resident student or prospective student wanting to visit our beautiful campus, there's a variety of resources available to help you make your way to and around campus.
Get Involved
We want you to have fun during your time at Saint Xavier University. Whether in the diner, residence halls, chapel or Shannon Center, you are engaged in the process of learning about yourself and others in the community. Make your mark on campus by participating in many student activities.
Saint Xavier University has a variety of on campus traditions. For more information about RSOs and their meetings visit The Den!
- Annual Programs and Traditions
- Registered Student Organizations
- Student Government Association and Student Activities Board
- Student Leadership Process
- Student Media
- Posting Policy
Discover Chicago
Meet the Student Life Staff
Katy Thompson
Dean of Students,
Director of Residence Life
Phone: 773-298-3977
Email: thompson@sxu.edu
Samantha Maher Sheahan
Associate Dean of Students,
Title IX Coordinator
Phone: 773-298-3122
Email: mahersheahan@sxu.edu
Alexa Zaharris
Director of Campus Life
Phone: 773-298-3974
Email: zaharris@sxu.edu
Spiritual Life
A Catholic university exists for one purpose: to help students become better human beings. Yes, they may know more, be fitter and have more friends when they finish college. But if they are not better people, we have failed. "Where Success Meets Purpose" means taking what you learn here and using it for your success and for the good of the world.
- Mercy Ministry Center
- Office for Mission and Heritage
- Enrich Your Spirituality
- Mass Schedule Calendar
- McDonough Chapel
- Sisters of Mercy of the Americas
Campus Safety
Saint Xavier University's Public Safety serves the students, faculty, staff and visitors of the University. Public Safety is committed to the highest quality of protective services in order to maintain and improve our unique educational environment and quality of life.
Contact Us
- Emergency: Ext. 3911; 773-298-3911
- Non-Emergency: Ext. 3541; 773-298-3541
- Confidential Hotline: Ext 3838; 773-298-3000
- Email: publicsafety@sxu.edu
- Campus Service Center: Room CSC 100
Health and Wellness
Your health and well-being is incredibly important, and you'll find a variety of resources around campus that will help you feel your best.
Health Center
We are unique in that we serve students, faculty/staff, and members of the community. Our mission is to provide accessible and affordable holistic care that upholds the SXU standard for excellence.
LEARN MORECounseling Center
The mission of the Counseling Center is to guide students toward personal wellness, balance and growth. Licensed counselors facilitate this through personal counseling and wellness education.
LEARN MOREFitness and Recreation
The Shannon Center is an 85,000 sq. ft. private campus facility and offers free access to fitness classes, intramurals and club sports for SXU students, faculty, staff and Sisters of Mercy with a current Cougar ID card.
LEARN MOREHealth and Wellness
Your health and well-being are priorities, and we invite you as a student to utilize our on-campus resources and services designed to support your health and wellness needs.
Learn MoreDining on Campus
Country House, which provides our on-campus dining experience, takes pride in using fresh ingredients and scratch recipes to put their work and resources into the food.
Learn more