Proceeds
Nearly $250,000 was raised from
the 2002 and 2005 Down the Avenue events for the benefit of The
Office of Civic and Social Engagement, Saint Mary's volunteer
services program, and for student scholarships. Proceeds from
2007 Down the Avenue will make it possible for The Office for
Civic and Social Engagement to expand its summer internship partnership
with local agencies and enhance its Marquette Primary Center
After School Program. In addition, the College will endow a Spirit
of Service Scholarship in honor of Ernestine Raclin for a Saint
Mary's student who is an active volunteer in the Michiana Community.
Office for Civic and Social Engagement
Saint Mary's Office for Civic and Social Engagement
is responsible for service-learning projects, volunteer service
for students, and post-graduate service options. Students, staff,
and faculty establish partnerships with the community to help
those in needs. The Office for Civic and Social Engagement takes
seriously the call from Saint Mary's College mission statement
to promote lives of social responsibility among its members.
