Waynesburg U. freshmen help with service projects
Waynesburg University freshman Michael Hertig of Washington carries a pillar Aug. 26 while cleaning out a garage at First Presbyterian Church in Waynesburg during the university’s annual New Student Orientation.
Waynesburg University students work on a planter bed for the community garden outside the Corner Cupboard Food Bank near Waynesburg.
Waynesburg University’s incoming freshman class participated in 23 service projects in Greene County Aug. 26 in conjunction with the university’s annual New Student Orientation weekend.
About 560 volunteers assisted with maintenance and outdoor cleanup work at sites such as First Presbyterian Church, Hill’s Schoolhouse Cemetery, the Mission House, the Ronald McDonald House and the Humane Society of Greene County. Volunteers also participated in projects that benefited Adopt-A-Highway, Greene County Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity.
Other service projects included:
• Hosting games and fellowship with the residents of Rolling Meadows Nursing Home;
• Clothing distribution on behalf of the Greater Waynesburg Christian Outreach;
• Store organization for the Cherry Door and Hidden Treasure thrift stores.
“Our hope is that our new students will fall in love with these local service organizations and want to return as a regular volunteer,” said Kelley Hardie, assistant dean of student services.
The freshman class served alongside faculty and staff instructors, Bonner Scholars and orientation leaders.
“Service is in the DNA of Waynesburg University, and the new student day of service was such a great way to celebrate our mission and the Greene County community that surrounds Waynesburg University,” Hardie said.