Chapel/Convocation Series

As a part of Rochester University's Christian mission and identity, every full-time traditional student is required to participate in the Rochester University Chapel/Convocation series, which is overseen by the Intercultural and Spiritual Life office within the Center for Student Life.

The Chapel/Convocation series offers opportunities for students to participate in chapels, convocations, and service initiatives aimed at building Christian faith and community, affirming Christian values, and developing a holistic understanding of spiritual, emotional, and physical wellness. 

Please note that CSL 2001 is a one academic credit course, however the class will appear as a 0 credit course until it is added in during the last week of the semester when a student’s attendance has been calculated. CSL 2001 grading scaling is based on a 30-point scale corresponding to the number of chapel/convocation events attended during the semester. A student can earn sixteen (16) of their points from chapel electives.

The grading scale is as follows:

Modifications are considered. Please review the Student Handbook for qualifications for a chapel/convocation modification.

No tuition is charged for CSL 2001. If a student drops below full-time, the credit for chapel/convocation is dropped unless the student requests to continue in the course. Part time students wishing to enroll in chapel will be approved on a "case by case" basis. The maximum chapel/convocation credits that can be earned during the course of a degree are eight. These credits do not count toward the overall credits required for the completion of a degree, but they are calculated as part of a student’s overall GPA and graduation honors.