Faculty/staff and students are encouraged to join in a day of service, learning and remembrance to honor those lost on 9/11; to show appreciation for first responders; and to celebrate those who rose in service following the national tragedy.
An important part of remembering and honoring the lives and communities impacted by 9/11 is to emphasize unity, healing and service. There will be activities in which to take part, as well as campus and community displays, giveaways and wellness resources.
Service opportunities include:
- Writing a letter to a military member or first responder for Operation Gratitude.
- Donating items to The Cupboard. Needed items include cereal, noodles, easy-prep pasta sides, instant mashed potatoes, instant oatmeal, macaroni and cheese, basmati rice, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruit, and applesauce.
- Planting a flag on the Thompson Professional Development Center lawn in honor of one of the 470 emergency responders who died on 9/11.
Additional activities and tables to visit will include:
- Making a paper crane to promote hope and healing.
- Writing words of affirmation and support on the Survivor Tree.
- Planting and taking seeds for yourself or to gift to someone special in your life.
- Learning about the history of the 9/11 Day of Service and ways you can honor it.
- Meeting with representatives of campus and community organizations.
For questions about the 9/11 Day of Service, email OSE.