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SAAC E.L.I.T.E Program
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SSC STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE E.L.I.T.E PROGRAM
Beginning with the 2007-08 academic year, the SSC SAAC became an E.L.I.T.E Program. "ELITE" stands for "Experience and Leadership Ignites Teamwork and Excellence."
The goal of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee E.L.I.T.E Program is to promote leadership within the conference schools while unifying communications among member institutions' SAACs. While expanding leadership and communication skills to the SSC SAAC members, resources for service initiatives throughout the SSC community will also be provided. Creating positive relationships during training, student-athletes will gain qualities that foster teamwork and excellence, while valuing sportsmanship. The program's purpose is to continue striving toward being the nation's elite Division II Conference of National Champions.
Each school will have two representatives, one male and one female, to the SAAC E.L.I.T.E Program. Sara Quatrocky (Lynn University) serve as advisor for the program.
2010-11 SSC SAAC E.L.I.T.E Program Schedule of Activities
September 1: SAAC Conference Call
September 11-12: SAAC E.L.I.T.E. Weekend, Winter Park (2009 Recap)
TBD: Service Day at Give Kids the World Village
* Schedule subject to change
June 2010 E.L.I.T.E Newsletter
January 2010 E.L.I.T.E. Newsletter
July 2009 SAAC E.L.I.T.E. Newsletter
| 2009-10 SSC SAAC E.L.I.T.E Representatives |
LATEST NEWS
Lynn Athletics Reaches Out to Chris Evert Children's Hospital
Members of Lynn University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee joined together on Monday night to bring relief to needy children. As part of Christine Gianacaci’s Children’s Outreach in conjunction with Lynn Athletics, 10 student-athletes, Big LU and three administrators handed out candy, Easter eggs and stuffed animals at the Chris Evert Children’s Hospital at Broward General.
This was the inaugural event of Christine Gianacaci’s Children’s Outreach, started in honor of Christine Gianacaci, who was one of the six Lynn University students and faculty on the Journey of Hope lost in the tragic earthquake that shook Haiti on January 12. Two years ago Gianacaci purchased a Big LU party at the Lynn University Blue & White Auction and coordinated with Lynn’s SAAC to carry out her initiative to help children.
“I truly loved everything about our visit to Chris Evert’s Children’s Hospital,” said senior women’s tennis player Christine Johnstone. “The opportunity to go there was not just about handing out candy and eggs; it was about bringing laughter and joy to these children. Seeing the smiles on the faces of all of the kids there was priceless and this small gesture was reciprocated to us, the athletes and staff, as well.”
“As Big LU, it is always a pleasure to bring happiness to children, but in this case, it was one of my most memorable moments as the Lynn University mascot,” added senior Chris Dillon, who dons the Big LU costume.
Lynn University’s athletic department is committed to two Children’s Outreach events per year beginning with Monday’s experience. Joining Johnstone in attendance was Sunshine State Conference National SAAC representative and women’s soccer player Natalie Feller, men’s basketball player Pascal Schuler, women’s golfer Rebecca Mangone, men’s golfers Chris Goldan and Marcus Williams, volleyball athlete Kara Bailey and softball players Elizabeth Hawkins, Nikki Pallister and Mika Tatar, Director of Student-Athlete Services Sara Quatrocky, Marketing Coordinator Jon Roos and Senior Vice President for Administration Greg Malfitano.
NSU Student-Athletes Assist Broward County Cooperative Feeding Program
The Nova Southeastern University SAAC (Student-Athlete Advisory Committee) volunteered their time on Wednesday, December 3, at the Broward County Cooperative Feeding Program. The student-athletes helped stock shelves in the pantry and processed food boxes to help make a difference in their local community.
“It was a good experience to help people who are less fortunate,” said NSU softball player Devin Higginbotham. “Making a difference in the community is always a good feeling. I am grateful that, through the SAAC/Champs Life Skills programs, we will have the opportunity to continue to make a difference throughout the year.”
The Broward County Cooperative Feeding Program is a unique place that connects those who need help with those who can help. Their strength lies in partnership building – educating, advocating and finding solutions to hunger and poverty in the community. It helps over 3,900 families and 100,000 individuals a year. They provide 1.4 million meals over the course of a year. The program strives to help needy families and the homeless and is run by volunteers.
Barry Athletic Teams Make a Difference in Community
A number of athletic teams at Barry University have lent their efforts to good causes in the Miami community. The softball and men's basketball teams recently volunteered with a "Light the Night Walk." Light the Night raises money for cancer patients, survivors, and research. To read about the project, click here. The women's basketball team was also active, rolling up their sleeves to clean boats and kayaks for "Shake-A-Leg Miami." The program benefits children and adults with physical, developmental, and economic challenges. To see the women's hoops stars in action, click here.
Lynn Begins Third Year of BINGO Night at Stratford Court
Lynn University student-athletes have committed their time at Stratford Court Retirement Home for the 2009-2010 school year. Through a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee initiative to engage with the local community, the Fighting Knights will host BINGO Night for the residents twice a month as part of on-going relationship with the retirement home.
“Going to Stratford on Tuesday nights is something that I genuinely look forward to every week,” said senior softball player Mika Tatar. “Over the years we have all become close with the residents and it is a real joy to see them light up when we come to visit.”
This is the third consecutive year the Blue & White have been calling out numbers for the weekly BINGO crowd at Stratford. In the previous two years, student-athletes have hosted over 15 events for the residents. This is the first time that SAAC has committed to two BINGO nights a month.
“Every time we would show up they would say ‘I wish you came every week,’ so this year we made a commitment to them that we’d come more often,” added Sara Quatrocky, Director of Student-Athlete Services. “Our student-athletes really enjoy the time they spend with the residents and it’s a great feeling to see them embed themselves in the lives of these senior citizens.”
Stratford Court is a Sunrise Independent Living residence that helps seniors maintain their rich and rewarding life without the responsibilities of running a household. It’s an ideal environment for seniors that want to still experience an active lifestyle but have the opportunity to seek assistance if necessary.
Lynn Women's Basketball Kicks Off Commitment to Habitat for Humanity
Continuing in its pursuit to raise awareness and aid in community development, Lynn University’s women’s basketball team took to the streets of Boynton Beach, Fla., on Sept. 27 to help build a house for Habitat for Humanity. Eight of 11 Lynn athletic programs will be volunteering throughout the semester, with the women’s basketball team being the first to take up this initiative.
The Fighting Knights began its partnership with Habitat for Humanity in 2008 when the men’s and women’s tennis teams reached the NCAA National Tournament in Houston, Texas. Both squads had a great time getting involved, setting in motion the relationship.
Lynn will have over 100 student-athletes volunteering with Habitat for Humanity in Boynton Beach for the future home of Cynthia and Levi Gregg. Being the first team on the scene, the women’s basketball team laid the foundation and framework for the Gregg household. Under the guidance of Sara Quatrocky, Director of Student-Athlete Services, the Blue & White have committed themselves to over 1000 hours of community service each year.
The mission of Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County is to provide simple, decent, affordable housing for low-income families by working in partnership with those families. Started in South Palm Beach County in 1991, Habitat for Humanity helps families by providing affordable housing and financing for home owners while educating families on life skills. In addition, it helps improve communities by upgrading neighborhoods, erasing substandard housing, reinvesting in the community and providing an opportunity for people to participate and feel good about their efforts.
As has become its holiday tradition, the Barry University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee hosted a holiday party for those in need in the Miami area. This year, the Barry SAAC presented 150 gifts to 50 participants in the H.A.N.D.Y. (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth) program. The Buccaneer student-athletes also worked with another community project to help secure bikes for the program's participants. Click here to read the full story and view photos.
Lynn Student-Athletes Host "Senior Prom"
Lynn University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee hosted a “Senior Prom” for the residents at Stratford Court Retirement Home on December 12. The “Winter Wonderland” themed gathering paired 17 student-athletes with over 200 senior citizens in the community service event.
“We had been planning this event all semester and it was the best community service experience I’ve had in my four years at Lynn University,” Chief of SAAC Katy McNicoll said.
SAAC transformed Stratford’s activities room to mirror the theme of the evening, brought in a DJ for the music, provided refreshments and danced the night away with the residents. The final dance of the evening was highlighted by the crowning of the traditional prom King and Queen of the evening.
“This was definitely our premier night of the year. The residents had an amazing time and I know we all had a blast providing the entertainment,” SAAC President Christie Schade said.
Lynn Athletics and Stratford Court Retirement Home have been working together for over a year now through the SAAC hosting BINGO and game nights each month. The student-athletes this semester have spent over 200 hours at the retirement home.
Saint Leo Baseball Team Competes in "Blood Bowl"
Far more than bragging rights was on the line during a recent baseball intrasquad contest at Saint Leo. The teams were playing for blood – literally.
It was loser give all when the two squads – the black and the gold – squared off in the five-game World Series-style Saint Leo Blood Bowl last month. Each player on the losing squad donated blood, while members of the winning squad were encouraged to follow suit.
Four of the five games of the series were played during the week of November 10. The losing team and others donated blood on November 17.
Although this is the first year for the Blood Bowl at Saint Leo, the tradition is a carryover from previous coaching stops throughout veteran skipper Russ McNickle’s 20-year career. Now in his initial year in charge of the Lions’ program, McNickle said he got the idea for the blood drive from a friend nearly two decades ago.
“It’s always stuck with me as a life-long lesson to teach young people,” he said. “Here’s a way to give back – hopefully not to family – but to the community we’re living in and playing ball in.”
To reinforce the importance of the outreach, McNickle brought in a Blood Net educator to talk with the team about how much one pint of blood can benefit the community. He also set a goal of getting 30 donors and collecting 30 pints of blood.
Determining the donating team was not without drama. The black squad was up two games to none and needed just one out to claim game three and the series. But the gold squad came roaring back to not only steal the third game, but also take the best-of-five set.
The blood drive ultimately generated 36 donors and 31 pints to eclipse McNickle’s goal. The coach said the Blood Bowl will become an annual outreach for the Saint Leo baseball team.
Donating just takes a short time, McNickle said, but he believes that the lessons learned from the experience – like teamwork and accountability – are long-lasting.
“We want to have a successful program, but the biggest thing for me is that when they leave here, I want them to be better people, fathers, teammates and friends. One way to do that is to learn life lessons – and this one is a major event in their lives,” he said.
* This article was written by Leilana McKendra and featured on the NCAA's news site on December 1, 2008.
Natalie Feller Named SSC's National SAAC Representative
Lynn women's soccer student-athlete Natalie Feller was selected by the NCAA to be the Sunshine State Conference's representative to the Division II National Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. As such, Natalie will also serve as president of the SSC E.L.I.T.E. SAAC. To read more, click here.
SSC SAAC Unites to Volunteer at Kissimmee's Give Kids the World Village
The Sunshine State Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) continued to prove it was elite on Sunday, February 24, as student-athletes and SAAC advisors from conference institutions volunteered at the Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee, Fla.
In line with the SSC SAAC’s E.L.I.T.E. (Experience and Leadership Ignites Teamwork and Excellence) initiative, the group of 40 student-athletes from Barry, Eckerd, Florida Tech, Lynn University, Rollins, and Tampa traveled to the Orlando-area, home of the SSC conference office, to impact the community.
“I was very excited to see how some of our conference schools really got behind this initiative. Anytime when you are able to get student-athletes together away from competition to enjoy working with one another it builds a lot of character and sportsmanship,” Maryanne Giovanelli (Barry), SSC SAAC co-advisor, said.
Give Kids The World (GKTW) is a 70 acre, non-profit resort in Kissimmee for children with life-threatening illnesses. GKTW provides the children, with their families, their wish is to visit any one of Central Florida’s most famous theme-park attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, all at no cost to them.
Divided in four different groups for the day, the student-athletes serviced the resort by completing landscaping projects, painting rocking chairs, moving offices, and putting together welcome baskets for the families. The institutions also donated items from the GKTW “Wish List.”
“This was a great opportunity for our conference to make a difference as a group. We all do such a great job of giving back in our local communities, but the impact of everyone coming together for a day was a very special experience for our student-athletes,” Sara Quatrocky (Lynn University), SSC SAAC co-advisor, said.
GKTW proudly works with over 300 wish-granting organizations from around the world and foundations such as Make-A-Wish, Dream Factory, Special Wish, etc. The NCAA Division II SAAC has annually raised money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as the SSC placed second in the country as a conference, raising $15,590 in 2006-2007. All nine SSC institutions are currently conducting fundraisers on their campuses for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Barry Student-Athletes Share Holiday Cheer with Just Kids Centers
On December 18, student-athletes from Barry's women's basketball, baseball, and softball teams visited two Just Kids Centers to deliver a slew of gifts they'd purchased and had donated. To read more about their tremendous efforts, click here for the full story.
Lynn Student-Athletes Grant Wish
Lynn University's athletics deparment, the first collegiate athletic office in South Florida to join the “Wishmakers on Campus” program, launched an initiative to get involved with the community and help grant the wish of a local child. Spearheaded by the Athletics Dept. and SAAC Director Sara Quatrocky, the students set out in the community on a number of various fund-raising intiatives to raise enough money to grant a wish.
Just one month after its launch, Gabe, a 12-year-old boy from Fort Myers diagnosed with liver cancer, was granted his wish to meet Chad Pennington of the New York Jets on November 2nd.
On Saturday, December 8th, Gabe and his family came to Lynn’s campus to celebrate the wish. Gabe, who was born with a rare liver disease, had a liver transplant at just 10-months of age. Twelve years later, Gabe is going strong. A meet and greet with Gabe was hosted before the women’s and men’s basketball doubleheader against Eckerd. Gabe served as the honorary coach leading Lynn U. to victory. Lynn Athletics hosted a half-time presentation honoring Gabe and his family.
SSC Ranks Second in Fundraising for the Make-A-Wish Foundation
SSC student-athletes took to their campuses and communities with a tremendous amount of energy and raised a total of $15,590 for the NCAA Division II Student-Athlete Advisory Committee's annual fundraiser to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Collections from SSC member institutions ranked second out of 22 DII conferences. For more information on this outstanding accomplishment, click here.
Lynn Brings Holiday Cheer to Home Safe
The Lynn University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee continued its yearly tradition by hosting a Holiday Party at The Children’s Place at Home Safe in Boca Raton on December 7. Collecting $600 in gifts for children ages 3-12, the student-athletes brought dinner and presents to residents.
“I have been going to Home Safe for two years now and I believe it’s one of the greatest organizations that we are involved with,” junior Luke Postorino, SAAC Vice President, said. “We do a lot in the community throughout the year, but seeing these children’s face light up when we arrive is priceless.”
This is the third consecutive holiday party that the Fighting Knights have organized for Home Safe, a nationally accredited, non-profit organization that has been serving abused and neglected children in Florida since 1979.
“This was my first time visiting Home Safe and I can see why everyone gets excited to volunteer their time there,” said Michael Baptise, a freshman on the men’s basketball team. “It’s amazing how spending just a few hours with these kids can have such an effect on them.”
Lynn student-athletes have two main events at Home Safe each year, at Christmas and Easter, where they provide entertainment, a meal and gifts for the children. Over the past three years, the Fighting Knights have volunteered over 75 hours with the organization.
Lynn Scores Laughs With Bingo Night
The residents of Boca Raton’s Stratford Court Retirement Home received a pleasant surprise Tuesday, October 30, when 13 Lynn University student-athletes emceed their weekly BINGO night. The BINGO winners received Lynn prizes in addition to their cash buy-in.
“Hosting BINGO night at Strattford Court Retirement Home was such a great experience for our student-athletes," said Sara Quatrocky, Director of Student-Athlete Services. "As competitive as they are, they really got involved with the residents and had a lot of fun. To hear the student-athletes telling everyone all week about the great time they had really shows you the impact that it had on them.”
Saint Leo SAAC Lifts Spirits Of Community With Project San Ann
On Sunday, April 22, the Saint Leo University Student Athlete Advisory Committee opened the doors of the Marion Bowman Activities Center and unveiled a new hope for several area families as part of "Project San Ann." Members of the Saint Leo SAAC gathered clothes, beds and many other household items to distribute to the families during the special afternoon at the home of the Lions' volleyball and basketball teams.
The program was started by Saint Leo softball player Erin Brunt (Sr., Clearwater, Fla.) who was in contact with families from the neighboring town of San Antonio. Brunt's suggestion of helping the families took on a life of its own, as Saint Leo student-athletes visited other neighboring communities looking for donations.
No one could ever has expected the success of the requests, as local residents lined their streets with bags full of clothing and goods to donate to their neighbors. These goods were loaded into 12-passenger vans and transported back to campus where they were separated according to families' needs and then following a brief ceremony on Sunday, unveiled to the families on hand.
Parents and children then had the opportunity to delve into the goods and bring home their newfound treasures. All the while, Saint Leo student-athletes and coaches were able to share time with their neighbors and get to know them on a personal level.
Other fundraising efforts by the Saint Leo SAAC Committee have benefited organizations that include the Make-A-Wish Foundation and local elementary school Rodney B. Cox Elementary during the 2006-07 school year.
Fighting Knights Lend Support to Relay for Life
Boca Raton, Fla.-The Lynn University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) participated in Relay for Life on Friday, April 13, after preparing and raising money for the event over the past eight months. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the overnight fun-filled event was intended to bring together those whose lives have been touched by cancer. The Fighting Knights raised nearly $2,000 and 25 student-athletes took part in the walk and activities.
"There was such a great sense of community during Relay for Life, and it was great to spend time with my fellow student-athletes all night while we raised money and awareness for cancer," sophomore Christie Schade said.
Schade, along with sophomore Luke Postorino, junior Alexandra Schunk, and senior Darnell Kirkwood, all were members of the SAAC Relay for Life organizing committee. The time spent preparing for the event began in September as the student-athletes brainstormed ways to raise money for the event.
Out of the 25 student-athletes that began the Relay for Life festivities at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, 11 of them pulled through until the end of the event, which was at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday. While at least one member of their team had to be walking around the track at all times, the Fighting Knights also took part in singing and dancing competitions, Lynn Idol, and other sporting competitions.
"I'm extremely proud of my fellow student-athletes that actually stayed for the entire night. We really came together and bonded over a great cause," Schade said.
With Relay for Life, the Lynn University student-athletes have now compiled over 1,500 hours in community service this academic year.
Lynn Student-Athletes Host Easter Egg Hunt
Boca Raton, Fla.-The Lynn University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) in conjunction with the CHAMPS/Life Skills Community Service class coordinated an Easter egg hunt with The Children's Place at Home Safe in Boca Raton, Fla. on April 6, 2007. The Fighting Knights continued to build their relationship with the organization as they have completed 200 service hours with them this academic year.
"Spending time at Home Safe is very rewarding. After being there a couple times now, I realize how much of an effect we can have on these children," Freshman James Hirshfield said.
The student-athletes stuffed more than 250 Easter eggs with candy for the children leading up to the event on Good Friday. Ten different Fighting Knights representing six different athletic programs joined together, while Big LU, the Lynn University mascot, made a special appearance.
Lynn Student-Athletes Celebrate National Student-Athlete Day by Teaching More Than Winning
Boca Raton, Fla.-Lynn University student-athletes hosted a "Field Day" at Coral Sunset Community Elementary School on March 29 in conjunction with National Student-Athlete Day. Lynn's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) planned and organized the event in which 40 Fighting Knights participated. Senior Darnell Kirkwood, the 2006-2007 SAAC President, junior Alexandra Schunk, and sophomore Luke Postorino spearheaded the festivities.
The Fighting Knight student-athletes determined that the foundation of the Field Day would not be on which class performed the best at the four different events, but instead would focus on each class using teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and spirit in completing each sport-based activity. Each grade, kindergarten through fifth, competed in four different stations as 753 elementary school students were involved throughout the day. The Lynn student-athletes awarded one class from the six different grades a gift certificate for a pizza party based on their overall enthusiasm to the ideals.
"Overall the event was a huge success and I was so proud of how my fellow student-athletes stepped up and took responsibility for running the event," Kirkwood said. "Although the students at Coral Sunset immediately wanted to win at every event, they really took to heart what we taught them about teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship and spirit."
National Student-Athlete Day (NSAD) is an annual day in America, sponsored by the National Consortium for Academics and Sports, to celebrate outstanding student-athletes who have achieved excellence in academics and athletics while having made significant contributions to the community. This day has been celebrated on April 6 annually since 1987.
Although the Fighting Knights celebrated NSAD a week early, Lynn University will honor and recognize their exceptional student-athletes on April 6, 2007 in a pre-game ceremony before the softball game at 3:00 p.m.
Dating back to September, the Fighting Knights have volunteered over 600 hours at Coral Sunset this school year. In addition to the NSAD event, the student-athletes have mentored students, helped with reading programs, and assisted in physical education classes.
"It was one of my goals at the beginning of the year to build a relationship with a local elementary school and I believe we have done a great job of doing so," Kirkwood said. "Hopefully the two schools can continue to work together to benefit the kids in the years to come."
Rollins' Laps Another Huge Success
For the second consecutive year, the Rollins Student-Athlete Advisory Committee teamed with the campus' Greek organizations to raise money through a wildely popular fundraiser called "Laps for Life." When the wheels on the scooters had cooled, the organizations had raised nearly $4,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. To read more about the event and see photos from the action, visit the RollinsSports.com.
Tampa Student-Athletes Active in Community and Campus Causes
The University of Tampa SAAC has been active in a number of community service initiatives this academic year. Following is a summary of some of the great work the SAAC is doing in the Tampa community:
Each year members of SAAC make Drunk Driving Awareness a well-known event on campus. Between November 27th and December 15th, members from the SAAC and "Team Chaos" tied red ribbons to vehicles on campus as a reminder not to drink and drive. UT's Student Government also granted SAAC the funds necessary to get red "empowered" bracelets to be worn by all student-athletes on campus. The Red Ribbon Campaign allows UT students to come together and be safe over the holiday season. The message especially hits home at UT, where students have been killed in drunken driving accidents during six recent semester breaks.
In conjunction with the Christmas season, SAAC picked a worthy children's organization in need of gifts. This year, Hope Children's Home had seventy children in desperate need of help. SAAC members asked each of their teammates to donate $10 to help reach a goal of $3,000 for the children. They also asked that coaches either match their athletes' collection or donate a generous amount. The SAAC also secured a $1,000 donation from Wal-Mart. In total, $4,100 was raised. Each child from the Hope Children's Home created a wish list with five items, many of which were humble requests such as shampoo, band-aids, church clothes, and pop tarts. The donations were also used to buy bulk food items for the Home.
As part of an on-going effort, SAAC is raising money to reach its goal of $3,000 for the annual NCAA Division II Make-A-Wish campaign. One project that has been utilized to help achieve the goal is selling UT athletic seat cushions at home sporting events.
With so many good works performed throughout the community, it is little wonder that a pair of Tampa student-athletes were recognized for their community service. On February 16, SAAC Co-Presidents Chris Rosenbaum (baseball) and Meghann Mulbarger (swimming) were presented the "Giving Back to the Community Award" at the Tampa Bay Sports Club banquet
Lynn SAAC Active In Boca Raton Community
Lynn University student-athletes volunteered at the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" 5K walk on Oct. 14 at Las Olas. As part of the community service initiative through the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, students from three different Lynn University athletic programs helped set the path for the walkers and served as street marshals.
Twenty-seven Lynn athletes also volunteered at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's "Light The Night" fundraiser at Mizner Park in Boca Raton on Oct. 27. The fundraising walk commemorated and celebrated lives touched by cancer. The Fighting Knights assisted with various activities throughout the night, leading up to the three-mile walk where the signature illuminated balloons lit the sky.
Rounding out a busy month of service, Lynn student-athletes hosted a Halloween party at Coral Sunset Community Elementary School in Boca Raton for the kindergarten classes on Oct. 31. The Fighting Knights played special holiday games with the children, providing candy and prizes for all. Lynn University athletics and Coral Sunset began their relationship in September of 2006, and so far, the Fighting Knights have volunteered over 150 hours at the school in two months.
In total, the Fighting Knights have now volunteered over 250 hours in the community this academic year.
