Center for Ethics and Spirituality (CES)

The Center for Ethics and Spirituality
201 University Center (located on Myers Drive; building 986 on campus map)
(858) 534-2521

The Center for Ethics and Spirituality (CES) is a learning community that provides resources, programs and a venue for the ethical, religious, spiritual and character development of the UCSD community. CES supports students as they explore the central spiritual questions of their lives and promotes religious, racial, ethnic, and cultural tolerance and appreciation of diversity on campus.

CES is staffed by lay and professionally-trained leaders representing major religious groups. The staff provides information and services to all students regardless of religious affiliation.  The center is a place of collaboration and exploration, and all affiliates work together to create an atmosphere of inter-religious dialogue and respect and build relationships within and among faith traditions.

What can CES provide for me?

  • A connection  to spiritual organizations on campus and information about their programs and services
  • Non-denominational spiritual and secular counseling, religious/spiritual services and education

  • A safe and supportive context for you to pursue your spiritual interests by sponsoring non-sectarian programs to stimulate dialogue and promote religious freedom and tolerance
  • Opportunities for involvement in community outreach programs
  • Quarterly lectures through the Burke Lecture Series on issues relating to ethics, spirituality, social norms, and morality
  • A place for campus spiritual groups to participate in interfaith collaboration