Labyrinth
About the Labyrinth
In 2017, after a generous donation from the Class of 1967, a beautiful labyrinth was built at the Wackerlin Center, modeled after the classic 7-circle design. The labyrinth is both a symbol and a tool for the AU community to use for purposes of meditation, reflection, and vocational exploration. While many find the labyrinth useful for multiple purposes, most find walking a labyrinth a uniquely transformative experience.
This particular labyrinth’s design is an ancient, classical pattern built around 7 circuits, to correspond to the deep symbolism the number 7 holds in various traditions and cultures.
The labyrinth at AU is open to any student at any stage, on any spiritual or religious path, or at any particular moment on their journey to discovering who they are called to be.
Labyrinth Ambassador Program
Are you a freshman or sophomore looking for unique and dynamic student leadership opportunities during your time at AU? Help others experience the labyrinth for reflection, restoration, and purpose by joining the Labyrinth Ambassador Program. Labyrinth Ambassadors facilitate meaningful experiences through hands-on learning and service.
There are many benefits of being a Labyrinth Ambassador, including:
- Building leadership skills for future internships and careers.
- Training to become a certified labyrinth facilitator and builder.
- Representing AU at on- and off-campus events — even abroad.
- Exploring holistic wellness, the arts, and spirituality.
- Receiving a certificate upon completing the program.
Having labyrinth experience can be useful in a variety of career paths, such as:
- Art, History, and Museum Studies
- Business
- Education
- Health and Wellness
- Psychology
- Religion and Spirituality
- Social Work
As a Labyrinth Ambassador, you will:
- Learn to introduce the benefits of labyrinth encounters to various audiences.
- Plan, facilitate, and lead 2–7 labyrinth tours each semester.
- Design and build labyrinth-inspired projects.
- Help promote the labyrinth by visiting classes and student groups.
- Host mini-retreats and guided walks.
- Recruit and mentor future ambassadors.
The application deadline for spring 2026 ambassadors is February 9, 2026. To be eligible, you must complete an application process and meet the following criteria:
- Be a current first-year or sophomore AU student.
- Commit to at least two years of participating in the program, including travel opportunities.
- Embody AU values — collaboration, continuous learning, inclusivity, integrity, and innovation — through empathy, curiosity, and service.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from an AU faculty or staff member.
Visit the Labyrinth
Located at the Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action, the labyrinth is free to use and available for personal reflection or group visits. The labyrinth is open year-round to students, faculty, staff, and alumni, as well as the broader community.
Contact
Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action
430 S. Evanslawn Ave., Aurora, Illinois
labyrinth@aurora.edu