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View from the Valley
COMMUNITY
As a community college, we take pride in being an integral part of our community. At our institution, we strive to cultivate a culture that reflects our values and mission. Over the past month, we have witnessed our students, staff, and faculty go above and beyond in demonstrating this attitude. Whether it be supporting a staff member battling cancer, raising awareness for important causes, or assisting our sister school in times of need, our community has truly come together to demonstrate the best of what we stand for. As we move forward, we remain committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that empowers everyone to reach their full potential. Recently, the Wabash Valley College community received heartbreaking news when beloved volleyball and assistant softball coach, Mark Colvin, was diagnosed with cancer. However, program students, staff, and faculty quickly rallied together to support him in his time of need. The Social Services Program hosted a bake sale and a 50/50 raffle, donating the proceeds to Mark Colvin's medical expenses and travel for treatment. Another student, Abby Schreiner, took it upon herself to design, purchase and order bracelets to sell, with all proceeds going to Mark as well. Abby has already sold over 150! In addition to these fundraisers, students in sociology classes created and hung up flyers for Sexual Assault Awareness month at the beginning of April. The goal was to raise awareness for victims and enact change on campus and in the community. Students also participated in International Denim Day on April 26th to raise awareness for the same cause. Faculty, staff, students, and various community organizations wore their best (and some most dramatic) denim outfits and were doned with "Denim Day" stickers and pins. Participants were also able to donate on Denim Day; all proceeds were donated to Mount Carmel's local Guardian Center. At the end of the day, the students raised $200! Lastly, following the devastating tornado that impacted Robinson and the Lincoln Trail College community on March 31st, Wabash Valley College Student Senate unanimously voted to donate $300 to the fund that had been set up to assist three students who lost their homes as a result of the tornado. Senate members earmarked $100 for each of these three students at LTC. Overall, we are incredibly proud of our students for stepping up and becoming positive impacts on campus and in the community. Despite the challenges we face, it is uplifting to see the Wabash Valley College community come together to support one another in times of need. Let's continue to spread positivity and optimism as we move forward together.
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