Community Challenge Speed Ice-breaker

What does community mean to you?

• A place where I feel safe and understood

• A group of people who share similar backgrounds

• A space where everyone supports each other

• A crowd of people with common hobbies

• A family-like circle where I can be myself

How do you experience community best?

• Through group chats and online forums

• By attending shared meals and events

• In one-on-one mentorship or small groups

• During classes and study sessions

• In volunteering or serving others together

Do you feel a part of the community at Indiana University? If not, why?

• Yes, especially through clubs and student orgs

• Sometimes, but it can feel too large and disconnected

• Not really, I struggle to find spaces where I belong

• I’m still figuring out how to connect with others

• No, I often feel like an outsider due to culture or language

What is your ideal community?

• One that celebrates all cultures and traditions

• A fun and active social network

• A group that talks about faith and deeper values

• A leadership-focused circle that helps me grow

• A calm, reflective space where I can recharge

How crucial is community to the current socio-ethnic disparities in our world today?

• Extremely — community helps heal and bridge divides

• Somewhat — it's important but not the whole solution

• Not sure — I haven’t thought much about this

• Community is where awareness and action start

• It depends on who is included in the community

What role does community play in spirituality?

• It keeps me encouraged in my spiritual journey

• I see spirituality as private — community isn’t needed

• I grow spiritually when I hear others’ stories

• It helps me explore different faiths and beliefs

• I feel more connected to my purpose in community

What is your ideal community at Indiana University?

• A diverse, multicultural space where I’m welcomed

• A small group focused on leadership and mentorship

• A place to explore spirituality safely

• A community where I can speak my native language

• A home-away-from-home that helps me thrive socially and emotionally

Whether you pray or not, what impact might prayer have within a community setting on campus?

• Encourages Unity – Prayer can bring people together across differences with a shared intention of peace or hope.

• Provides Comfort – It can offer emotional support to those going through difficult times, creating a sense of care.

• Fosters Reflection – Even as a quiet moment, prayer can create space for mindfulness and personal reflection.

• Builds Respectful Dialogue – Discussions around prayer can open doors to understanding different beliefs.

• Might Not Resonate with Everyone – The impact of prayer varies, and it’s okay if it doesn’t connect with everyone.

Personal Information (Open-Ended Question): Prompt: Please provide the following: - Your Name - Your Major - Email/Phone Number - Your Favorite Activity or Past-time - Your Best Day and Time to Engage with Others Within the Week

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