Shown distributing mulch are from left, Kyle Elliot, Lauren Wood and Sara Moser
Trimming foliage are Stan Medlin, left, and Ghalysa Swann
Gardening are Elizabeth Moore, left, and Shelley Harris
Students from Lee’s political science department gathered for “Random Acts of Service” day. "Random Acts of Service” occurs once every semester and is open to any student interested in participating. According to Dr. Ana Alves, assistant professor of political science at Lee, the purpose of this day is to “serve the surrounding community and to bring students together in the name of service.”
“Serving together is a great way to build lasting and meaningful friendships,” said Dr. Alves. “It is also a great way for students to feel a part of the community and give back.”
This semester 50 students participated in and around the Cleveland community. The students helped rake leaves, mow lawns, trim trees and bushes and more.
“I’ve participated in ‘Random Acts of Service’ every semester I’ve been at Lee and each experience has been totally different,” said Lee student Moriah Vincent. “Service is so central to the Christian life, and I think it’s really important for college students to get out and serve the community. Serving always reminds me of the reality that there is so much more happening outside of Lee and in the lives of people around me.”
After completing their tasks the students return, share a meal, and reflect on their time spent serving.
For more information about the event, check out the department’s website at https://leepoliticalscience.wordpress.com/ or call the political science department at 614-8137.