Belong in community
Explore faith & spirituality
Advocate for justice & human rights
Become authentically you!
THE CROSSING continues to celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion!
THE CROSSING continues to celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion!
THE CROSSING values inclusion because it helps ensure human rights, supports our inherent diversity, and promotes understanding, respect, and human dignity.
Upcoming events.
[Fall 2025 programming will be posted in late August] Click on the events in the calendar to learn more about our Student Welcome Events, our semester engagement opportunities, our Food Justice programs, worships, and our study space!We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to The Crossing in whatever way you want to get involved! 
Welcome to The Crossing!
THE CROSSING is an inclusive, multi-faith, student led non-profit organization at UW-Madison, where it is also an official Registered Student Organization.
The Crossing welcomes a diverse community of students and supports student advocacy. Our beautiful, historic space was built in 1917 and welcomes students as they study, enjoy being together, collaborate on justice advocacy, take time for spiritual reflection, and regularly share meals. Most days of the week students will find a free or low cost delicious, hot meal here.
Weekly programming at THE CROSSING includes small groups that have meaningful conversations about faith, spirituality, human rights, and important national, local and campus issues. We examine biblical texts critically and reflect on the complexities of ethics from a progressive faith perspective. Our weekly Wednesday dinner gathering includes music, good food and conversations about justice and spirituality. We also meet to discuss career planning and to help students clarify their academic and professional goals.
The Crossing is partnered with Slow Food Cafe, the Food Recovery Network, and UW Frozen Meals Program, who all serve meals at THE CROSSING. See our calendar for meal service days & times.
ALL students are welcome! The Crossing has no belief requirements and welcomes students regardless of religious or political affiliations or the absence of such commitments. We encourage exploration!