United Protestant Campus Ministries (UPCaM)

is a Christ-centered progressive ministry welcoming all students into an open and caring community to connect, explore their faith, and make an impact on the world.

FALL 2025 Update and Support Needs

Hello friends! We sent this video to partner churches and supporters to let them know what kind of support UPCaM needs at this time. Check it out and see if you are compelled to support this vital campus ministry. Big love to you all!

Welcome! We’re so glad you’ve found the United Protestant Campus Ministries (UPCaM) website! We are a Campus Ministry based in Cleveland and housed at Case Western Reserve University and The Church of the Covenant in University Circle.

UPCaM is…

A progressive campus ministry with a proud history as a missional outreach for seven Protestant denominations.

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Based in Cleveland, OH, with primary residency at Case Western Reserve University.

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Rooted in traditions emphasizing social justice, peace, and spiritual openness, inspired by the ministry of Jesus.

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Extends pastoral care and welcomes students from Cleveland State University and Tri-C (Cuyahoga Community College) campuses.

Provides Community worship services, pastoral care and support, and a safe, inclusive space for students to explore faith and spirituality.

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LGBTQ+ affirming and celebrating community. Open to college students in Cleveland seeking a supportive spiritual community.

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Hear UPCaM students talk about their experience:

…here for you!

“UPCaM for me is a group I can come to whenever, with whatever is going on in my life and know I’m loved and accepted. I can come to worship in the middle of a horrible week and come out refreshed and reminded of God’s love, ready for the rest of the week.”
— Deanna D.

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