The Community Life Office (Room B29, 617-353-1619) coordinates and promotes a variety of activities such as community life lunches on Wednesdays, special forums, and study breaks. The office is also a private place to share thoughts and concerns about seminary and life in general.
On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, the Office of Community Life provides coffee and tea for only 50 cents per cup in the School of Theology Moore Community Center (lower level) from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. All students are invited and encouraged to use the services of the Community Life Office. Regular office hours are posted at the beginning of each semester. Your questions or concerns are always welcome!
Programs
Community Lunch Program
The Community Lunch program serves as a gathering place for faculty, staff, and students. Community Lunch offers a time for fellowship and conversation on Wednesdays in the Moore Community Center (lower level) from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Lunches are catered through University food services and strive to meet the needs of those with dietary restrictions, such as vegans and vegetarians and those who require gluten-free meals. The Office of Student Affairs and the Community Life Office occasionally hosts special events such as community celebrations.
Student Employment
Graduate student assistant positions at the School of Theology are a big part of community life and a core aspect of our mission for mentorship and professional training. STH employs Master’s-level students in a variety of administrative offices and centers at a standard pay rate of $20/hr (with some exceptions for those with specialized skills). International students can work in these positions up to 20 hours/week and they do not require federal work-study placement. These positions are offered and overseen by the Dean of Students & Community Life in collaboration with staff and faculty supervisors. Any students interested in these positions should inform the Dean of Students & Community Life, noting that employment is not guaranteed and offered based on fit, academic standing, equity, and financial need
Student Housing
The Office of Students and Community Life oversees relationships between our School and several residential community partners, including Theology House (primarily for first-year MDiv and MTS students), Beane House, and five parish houses within the United Methodist Church in Greater Boston. Students placed within these residential communities also receive partial housing scholarships from the school and are expected to sign an agreement to abide by STH Community Principles and the terms of their scholarships. While housing placement are not guaranteed, continuing students interested in these housing arrangements should contact the Dean of Students & Community Life for more information.
Student Leadership Program
This program recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication in supporting community life during their term of study at the School of Theology. We celebrated our 2025 student leaders with a recognition ceremony on April 30, 2025.
Student Support
The Office of Students & Community Life offers support for current STH students in a broad range of areas, including emergency financial assistance, Title IX-related counseling and advising, student conflict mediation, and general student wellbeing. For more information, current students can log in using their BU name and password here.
