Students, faculty, and staff came together to volunteer their time for Week of Service,
April 3-9, hosted by the Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Program. Week of Service exemplifies
SCC's commitment to serving the local area by focusing on student success and lifelong
learning.
Week of Service was first introduced in Fall 2020 as an alternative to Day of Service,
which had been running each semester since fall 2015.
“Because the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated social distancing and low-to-no-contact
and virtual activities, I wanted a way for SCC students, faculty, and staff to still
serve their communities and support social causes. Even though we are transitioning
back to larger on-campus gatherings, the Week of Service has been such a success that
I plan to keep it going in addition to hosting more in-person group community service
activities next year,” said Bryonie Carter, associate professor of English and chair,
Service-Learning & Civic Engagement Program.
Sending cards to hospitalized kids was one of the options for students to volunteer
remotely. Laura Lenau, who is a SCC graphic design student, president of Alpha Xi
Chi (Phi Theta Kappa), and plans to graduate this May, sent cards to kids in the hospital
while staying virtual.
“I've unexpectedly been restricted on how much time I can spend participating in the
Week of Service, so I looked to the virtual options and found the task of making cards
for hospitalized kids,” said Lenau. “I appreciate SCC for giving us a wide variety
of opportunities like these to serve our community every year. It certainly makes
my heart happy to know I'm doing some good in this world!”
Dr. Kavalier, members of Student Government Association, and members of Board of Trustees,
helped the Dardenne Creek Campus Agriculture program with their new project.
“It's really important to give back to the community. I get to work on the Freight
Farm and it's an awesome, creative idea that's new here at SCC. It's important because
we're helping the future and what is to come (at SCC),” said Emily Jesse, vice president
of Student Government Association.
SCC biology student Alicia Lopez volunteered at the Crisis Nursery Wentzville. Lopez
spent time with kids and assisted staff with their needs.
“Volunteering at the Crisis Nursery was perfect for me because I was able to spend
time with children who need someone to talk to or play with during what could be a
very difficult time in their young lives. Being able to see them smile and laugh was
very rewarding because I knew that my presence made a difference,” said Lopez.
Additionally, according to Lopez, SCC stands out because the opportunities Week of
Service offers to the students, and the community.
“We are offered many events that give us the opportunity to engage within the community
and become a well-rounded student. SCC's efforts help students find their place within
the community, help them succeed in their courses, and help them to be prepared for
future endeavors,” Lopez said.
For more information about Week of Service or Service Learning, contact Bryonie Carter, at 636-922-8266 or bcarter@stchas.edu.