Mission statements are important because they define an institution’s purpose. All too often, though, they are placed in a frame, hung on a wall and forgotten.
Not at Holy Cross.
Alumni often report back that the College’s mission statement, which calls for the “commitment to the service of faith and promotion of justice” informs their decisions throughout life. The development of that social consciousness begins during their time on the Hill. Faculty and staff ensure that students apply the Jesuit philosophy of “service to others” in their daily work.
On March 27 from noon to 1 p.m. in Hogan 320, as part of the inaugural Mission and Social Justice Luncheon Series titled “Lessons from the Cross … Stories of Civility,” three speakers will talk on how they are challenged and encouraged to support the College’s mission and seek social justice in their daily interactions. Speakers include Dan Corrou, assistant Chaplain; Elizabeth K. Green ’07, president of the Campus Activities Board; and Jacqueline D. Peterson, vice president of Student Affairs and dean of students. Lunch will be provided.
The Office of Human Resources and the “Hate: Not Here!” committee — comprised of faculty, staff, and students across campus — planned the event as a way as a way “to engage all who attend in thoughtful reflection and conversation, strengthen our personal and collective social responsibility to live meaningful and purposeful lives and affirm our commitment to maintaining a campus community which values respect, dignity, and civility.”
“The luncheon will give students, staff, and faculty a chance to slow down from their busy schedules, enjoy lunch, and reflect on what it means to be part of the Holy Cross campus community,” says Green ’07, a history major who sits on the “Hate: Not Here!” committee. “The luncheon will be structured as a conversation rather than a lecture where the speakers and attendees can share their personal stories and opinions about how we can incorporate the College’s mission and seek social justice in our daily interactions.”
Spearheaded by Kolt Bloxson ’06, “Hate: Not Here!” is an anti-bias initiative that promotes individual and collective responsibility for building campus community.
The event is part of the College’s annual UNITY Week, which runs from March 26 through April 1. Click here for a complete schedule of events.
By Alexis Coyle ’07
Related Information:
* College Mission Statement
Members of campus community to share thoughts on social responsibility
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