It takes a village!
Students from the Honors College, PTK and the Psychology Club at HVCC volunteered their time at the Albany International School/ Dual Language Program to make a Memorable Friendsgiving!
The Albany International School is a newcomer school. They work with students who have recently arrived in the United States, providing specialized instruction in English, as well as support for learning a whole new culture.
In this context, Friendsgiving is especially meaningful. For many students and their families, it is their first Thanksgiving celebration in the U.S.
HVCC volunteers made a difference, from set-up to clean-up, crafting with kids and serving food. I am thankful for the students’ involvement and hope to see them all again next year!
I am often asked what makes someone a refugee and how they come to be in the U.S. This video is a great starting point for answering that question.
Want to learn more about Every Campus A Refuge (ECAR), or how you can support resettlement in our community? Have more questions? Are you part of a club or teaching a class where a community project could be enriching? Please reach out to Catherine Willis, ECAR coordinator, at c.willis@hvcc.edu.
