Woods for Others
Founded in 2021, Woods for Others is a service learning program designed to enhance student engagement through community building, service, and reflection through In-person and virtual events open to all Woods students, alumni, faculty, and staff interested in service and community.
Service and Engagement Events
Days of Service at Cradles to Crayons
Hands-on processing of the donated goods to ultimately be distributed to the children Cradles to Crayons serves.
Meal kit preparation for Thanksgiving
Help pack food for distribution to families with different nonprofit organizations in Boston.
Manresa Retreats
Open to Woods College students only, two retreats are hosted during the Academic Year. Retreats are an opportunity to have real conversations with other students about finding and pursuing passions, relax, and discover meaning and purpose in your life. Learn about the upcoming retreat!
Grab and go pizza parties before class
Students are invited to join classmates to grab a slice of pizza before class at the end of each semester at the Woods College offices.
Reflections on Zoom
Open to all Woods College students, these 30-minute sessions are conducted by Sister Jeanne Gribaudo; this is a space to take time away from our super busy life for reflection. Time to just be.
Drives for Cradles to Crayons
Collection of school and art supplies, toiletries, and socks takes place during the academic year. All donations are distributed to the community Cradles to Crayons serves.
Get Involved
Are you passionate about service and community, and would you like to become a member of the Woods for Others Program?
Volunteer for Woods for Others
Open to the BC Community, this opportunity allows you to collaborate on service, reflection, and community-building opportunities. Fill out the form to get the information you need.
Join the Student Advisory Board
Board members create and implement virtual and in-person opportunities for student engagement in service. They must be Woods College students, attend a once-a-month meeting (academic year), and participate in as many events as possible.
Contact
For any questions about the program, please contact our Coordinator, Sister Jeanne Gribaudo, CSJ, at jeanmarie.gribaudo@bc.edu.
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