1. Give back to your community!
Whether you've been here for a semester, four years, or your entire life, Springfield is now your community. It's important to give back to the community that, in essence, is giving you a great education and so much more!
Michael Masciadrelli, a Junior Communication-Journalism major here at Western New England said of last year's workshop: "Giving back to the community made this experience worthwhile."
2. Learn about the amazing life and work of Dr. King.
Dr. King was an important figure in our history and in the Civil Rights Movement. His work has influenced and inspired men and women of all ages and from all different walks of life to take a leadership role when necessary.
Masciadrelli added, "I learned a lot over the two days. We were all informed about different social classes and also about Dr. King himself. I'll never forget this experience."
3. LBC Opportunity
This experience qualifies for an LBC. Come see us on the second floor of the Campus Center (especially if you're a graduating senior!) to fill out an LBC application and fulfill those requirements!
4. Learn about the Springfield community!
Throughout this experience, you will learn about Dr. King, but also about the Springfield community. This day is dedicated to participating in service activities, but first, it's important to know as much about your community as possible!
5. Meet wonderful people from the Western New England and the Springfield communities.
This is a given. There will be a group of twelve students from Western New England that will be working with two different organizations in Springfield. Lots of people to meet and friendships to make!
6. Create partnerships within the community!
Participating in workshops like this one creates a quality partnership with the organization you work with. It also gives you a chance to teach people about our community here at Western New England!
7. This is a National Day of Service.
In 1994, Congress designated the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday as a national day of service. It isn't just a "thing" we do at Western New England. It's a national holiday that's meant to be recognized through service! Join the movement!
8. Start your New Year off with a positive.
What better way to ring in the New Year than giving back to your community? Make everyone feel good this year.
9. Be a part of a positive change in the world.
Why not?
10. Pay it forward.
A little bit of a repeat - but it's important!
La Quan Schoolfield, a 2013 alumni of the university who participated in last year's workshop said, "No one ever knows when they are gonna be down and out looking for some help. It's important to perform a kind act because one day, maybe someone will return the favor to you."
Masciadrelli added, "the feeling you get helping others is like no other."
This year, the workshop will be participating in acts of service at The Children's Study Home and the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.
If you are interested in signing up, please don't hesitate to stop by our office on the second floor of the Campus Center, or follow this link: MLK Days of Action
