Hi! I’m Greta Bauer (she/her/hers), and I am the new Storytelling Program Manager for Boston University’s Community Service Center. Typically, blog posts are written by members of the Storytelling Committee who touch on important topics and events surrounding the CSC, but I wanted to do my own to kick off this new season. It’s currently […]
By Amanda Brancato If you haven’t already, check out Imagine Boston 2030. By the year 2030, Boston will likely be home to 700,000 residents, a number the city has not seen in decades. Imagine Boston 2030 will be formally released this summer. The plan will help accommodate Boston’s growing population by creating 53,000 new housing units for a variety of income levels […]
by Wendy Lui Adolescence is a tumultuous time. You’re grappling with who you are, thinking about who you want to be, and trying to figure out how to get there. There’s a lot of uncertainty to face. It’s a time of increasing pressure and responsibilities. Students are trying to meet rigorous academic expectations while preparing […]
by Patrick Szekely Some may argue that our country’s current, tense state has caused the focus of politics to shift away from empowering disadvantaged citizens. It is left up to we the people to lift up those who need the support. It is imperative that students lead this cause because we are the future of our nation. […]
by Paige Hill Spring break is a much needed reprieve from the routine of classes, work, and internships. Many students return home, travel, or remain on campus during the week, but Alternative Service Breaks (ASB) provides an exciting opportunity to visit somewhere new and engage with a community. ASB is a weeklong service learning opportunity […]
It’s been almost two months after the First-Year Student Outreach Project wrapped up its 30thyear. We asked some of this year’s staff leaders to share about their experience with the program. This is a look back at the week of service that kicked off the 2019-2020 academic year. “I left my first year as FYSTAFF […]
By Ali Audet Student Food Rescue, or SFR, is one of the flagship community service programs within the CSC. Every week, students deliver food from restaurants, grocers, and bakeries to local community partners. These CP’s include women’s transitional homes, homeless shelters, children’s programs, and elderly communities in and around Boston. Another goal of SFR is […]
by Lauren Joyner Empowerment League is a big program doing big things. With nine amazing community partners, students are able to volunteer weekly. The focus areas range from education to sustainability, and everything in between. “Empowerment League allows us to connect volunteers with so many opportunities. It’s so multifaceted that people can become involved in a […]
by Lauren Joyner The Alternative Service Break program is getting ready for another round of service trips for this spring break. With 20 trips traveling to various communities around the US, students are able to participate in meaningful service while exploring a new place and creating lasting connections with fellow BU students. Whether you’re interested […]