MANSFIELD, Pa. – The Social Work Club and the Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society of Mansfield, a Commonwealth University, brightened the holiday season for two local families.
Members of the club and honor society
raised money through various fundraisers to purchase $150 worth of
gifts for families in the Mansfield area. In addition, they collected
items from other social work students and faculty to donate enough gifts
to provide for two families, each with multiple children.
“It
is heartwarming to see how our students make it a priority to help
those less fortunate in our community at this time of the year,” said
Dr. Bashar W. Hanna, Commonwealth University president. “Their efforts
will go a long way in bringing joy to these families in this season of
giving.”
“I am extremely proud of the selflessness of the
students in both organizations for working together to provide
something extra special for others this holiday season,” said Dr.
Tiffany Welch, faculty advisor to both groups. “It demonstrates their
dedication to the social work value of service.”
Among the items donated to the families were pajamas, clothes, and toys.
To
learn more about the social work major, the social work club and the
honor society, contact Dr. Welch at twlech@mansfield.edu.