You Belong Here. As one of the largest and most active Newman Centers in the nation, St. John's Catholic Newman Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is home to 10-12,000 Catholic Illini on campus. SJCNC is comprised of St. John's Chapel and Newman Hall, a 586-bed coed private certified housing facility. About St. John's Catholic Newman Center The mission of St. John's Catholic Newman Center is to lead college students to lifelong connection with Christ and His Church through the sacraments and a vibrant, inviting community. Through our work, we aim to build up the Catholic faith: attracting, equipping, and sending forth an ever-growing community of young Catholics prepared to respond with generosity to the needs of the Church. Offering daily Masses, Adoration, and Confessions, SJCNC also hosts a diverse set of ministry programs - ranging from Bible studies and retreats focused on the needs of college students to social events like Intramural Athletics and more. About Newman Hall Newman Hall is a 586-bed coed private certified housing facility offering premium amenities in a dynamic student community. Located at the center of campus just steps from the Quad, Newman Hall offers both suite-style living and traditional dorm-style rooms. Our student community is the most active and vibrant on campus, with faith-based opportunities, social events, discussions and lectures, intramural sports teams, and so much more. As part of the St. John's Catholic Newman Center, our faith-based facility provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all. Students enjoy access to unique amenities not found elsewhere, including 14 full time pastoral and support staff, 24-hour access to St. John's Catholic Chapel, and a host of ministry programs and student groups that complement the vibrant student community.