Statement from the Catholic Campus Community

We are deeply saddened and disappointed by the racist actions and events that have taken place on campus at the University of Michigan in the last month, specifically those that have affected Black and Latinx students. We condemn these actions and remind those who have perpetrated them that racism in all forms, interpersonal and institutional, is a sin.

We stand in solidarity with those who are peacefully protesting these incidents. As Catholics, we believe that victims of these injustices are valued and important.

Latinx students, especially Dreamers, you belong here.

Black students, your lives matter.

We recognize our own failures in making our university community an inclusive, welcoming place for you and other students of color. Following the teachings of Jesus, we stand with those who have been marginalized and we recognize your human dignity.

We continue to encourage members of our Catholic community to advocate for justice, to welcome the stranger, and to reach out to those on the margins, as Christ did and compels us to do.

Our parish is open until midnight Sunday – Thursday for students to gather, study, and socialize in a safe, welcoming space. There are also many resources available on campus. Please consult the list below if you are seeking support and know you are not alone:

The Program for Intergroup Relations (IGR)
igr.umich.edu
IGR.info@umich.edu

William Monroe Trotter Multicultural Center
trotter.umich.edu
trottermc@umich.edu

The Spectrum Center
spectrumcenter.umich.edu
spectrumcenter@umich.edu

Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI)
oami.umich.edu
oami-uofm@umich.edu

Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs (MESA)
mesa.umich.edu
mesa.uofm@umich.edu

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
734-764-8312 – 24hr line
734-763-0454
tdsevig@umich.edu