Upper House Commons gathers the university community to ignite theological curiosity (thinking), enrich the life of the soul (being), and activate faith for the life of the world (doing).
Events
Upper House “Commons” is new language that represents the reality that Upper House is a space held in common by all communities. We want everyone to feel at home here. The “Commons” remains our primary event and meeting space, plus home to Upper House Fellows and Open Study Hours.

Pathways

As a center for Christian study and practice at the University of Wisconsin—Madison, we exist at the crossroads of intellectual inquiry, spiritual growth, and civic engagement. We are uniquely positioned to interact with educators, scholars, artists, theologians, innovators, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Grateful for and mindful of our unique community, diverse callings, spiritual needs, and infinite God, we journey along six pathways.
Upper House explores the diversity of human experience through a Christian perspective of the arts and humanities. We advance significant conversations about truth, beauty, and goodness as we seek to grow in wisdom and encounter wonder wherever they may be found.
Upper House critically engages systemic and cultural realities that shape individuals and communities. We prize justice and compassion as we encourage mature understanding and responsible action on issues essential to human flourishing.
Upper House equips people in all fields and vocations to be exemplary leaders and to see their work as laden with spiritual potential. We extend opportunities for individuals and groups to develop skills and to increase their efficacy as servants and guides in every realm of life.
Upper House examines the intersection of science, ethics, and Christian faith. We endeavor to learn about the observable world, in all its complexity, and to understand the implications of emerging research and innovation for our common good.
Upper House invites God’s people to be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ. We equip individuals and communities to pursue practices that foster growth in character and enrich our experience with God.
Upper House pursues the study of God as mediated through Scripture and historic Christian traditions. We cultivate theological understanding to prepare individuals and communities for lives of faithful service.