“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” -- Margaret Mead | |
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Community Outreach Dialogues
On March 2nd from 6-8pm, we will be viewing "Housing (In)Justice," a docuseries by a UConn student about housing insecurity on our campus. After the viewing, we will have an open dialogue about housing insecurity for college students.
You can register here!
If you have any questions, please reach out to uconn.co.dialogues@gmail.com
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Juniper Hill
Juniper Hill Village is an assisted living community in Mansfield, CT. We interact with the residents through conversation, activities, playing various games, such as trivia, memory games, Wii, board games, and more. Overall, it's a lot of fun and participants provide good company for the residents!
Please contact uconn.co.juniperhill@gmail.com for any questions or concerns!
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Jordan Connolly
Transportation Student Worker
Meet Jordan! She is a senior completing a dual degree in Social Work and Spanish. With a twist of fate she ended up on the Winter Alternative Break trip to Costa Rica, combining her two passions of practicing Spanish and supporting communities in meeting their needs. Jordan works with undocumented immigrants in Hartford teaching English and connecting students with resources. She also works for a residential mental health agency and a youth diversion program between classes.
In her free time, Jordan advocates for mental health support and body acceptance on social media (@chickpea_chick12). After graduation Jordan will be taking a year off to travel the world and continue international service -- even returning to Costa Rica!
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Jia Stolfi
Meet Jia! Jia is a junior pursuing a dual degree in Marketing and Journalism. She was recently a participant on the Community Development Alternative Break to Costa Rica, where she got to build a dormitory for teachers, learn about the local culture, and make lifelong friends.
Jia went to a free, academic summer enrichment program as a child which had a tremendous positive impact on her education. The program taught her the value of giving back to those less fortunate and she has tried to volunteer as much as possible since, specifically to address homelessness and food insecurity.
Jia is a member of the Outing Club. In her free time, she enjoys doing anything adventurous including rock climbing, surfing, skateboarding, and skiing.
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CCC Valentine's Day Event
On February 13th, Cross Cultural Connections (CCC), the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS), and the Rainbow Center held a Valentine’s Day Party. The event entailed cookie and card decorating, a photo booth with props, and raffle prizes. CCC is a program that pairs fluent English speaking students with international students as conversation partners. If you are interested in learning more about Cross Cultural Connections, please contact uconn.co.ccconnections@gmail.com.
“It was my first time at an event like this. I love the photo booth and took pictures with my conversation partner. I enjoyed decorating the cookie. It tasted yummy and looked nice. I made a card to give to my friend.”
Cross Cultural Connections, International Student
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Yoga
Sometimes yoga becomes a health and wellness space that tends to be less diverse. Currently, we are trying to work towards more representation in the health and wellness field. The Puerto Rican/ Latin American Cultural Center and Community Outreach are teaming up to start a yoga series taught by instructors of color. This activity will be offered at times that are in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week, in the middle of campus. The goal of this is to provide students with a chance to find calm amidst the chaos. Yoga is a practice that can aid with physical and mental health, and thus by providing yoga during the week, students will have the chance to slow down and promote self care.
The first yoga session offered in this collaboration was held on February 22nd, taught by Rhonda Watson Wishart. Rhonda has taught in various spaces, such as the YMCA in Putnam, CT and chair yoga at senior centers. More collaborations with other cultural centers here at UConn are in the works. Our next yoga event will be taught by Suheidi Rodriguez, who has her own yoga studio in Putnam, CT and offers a yoga retreat in Puerto Rico, yearly. The date for the next event is TBD, and we are so excited to work with her!
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Baby Blankets for Yale New Haven Hospital
On February 11th, UConn students were able to gather in the Student Union to make baby blankets. The students were able to tie up blankets that were left over from the Community Outreach MLK Day of Service. Overall, it was a great day of service with snacks, music, and bonding. All of the blankets were given to the NICU at Yale New Haven Hospital!
Rylee Thomas, Public Relations Student Coordinator
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Student Leader Applications | |
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Apply for a Student Leader Position
The Student Leader Applications are open! Please share the links with your current program participants and encourage them to apply for open positions. Deadline to apply is March 21, 2023.
Information on the positions can be found here!
The link to apply can be found here!
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