5 things to know about social work

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A Gannon student gets the unique experience of finding a major that is just right. With the help of the faculty and other students you can find your niche. One major that might be the right fit is social work. The social work department maintains about 50 students at all times, and for good reasons. […]

Spring break service: Descanso de primavera de servicio en El Salvador

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The semester is just flying by. Gannon students are back from spring break and (hopefully) refreshed, rejuvenated and ready for the second half of the term. Some students went home to spend time with family and friends, some went on a well-deserved vacation and other students, like me, went on a different kind of adventure. […]

For Social Work Students, Christmas Starts with Service

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It’s official… the Christmas season is definitely here.  There are Christmas decorations everywhere, twice as many people in the mall as usual and nothing but Christmas carols on most radio stations.  With Christmas parties all over  and the end of the fall semester behind us, it seems that everyone is getting into the “Christmas spirit.”  […]

Fall Break, Homecoming and Greek Theatre(?)

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It’s hard to believe that it’s October! You can definitely tell that it’s fall, but it’s still nice enough to walk around between classes. As it is now the middle of the semester, most of my classes are getting ready for midterm exams. While I’m not too worried about any particular exam, I know that […]

Trivia Night: Having Fun and Helping Out

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Hey readers, Last Wednesday, my service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega was involved in an event called Erie Trivia Night, which took place down at the Bayfront Convention Center. It was the 20th annual trivia night, and there was a great turnout. APO volunteered at this event last year, so we took our places at our […]

People Person: Have Fun and Help Others at the 30 Hour Fast

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Hello again, and thanks for checking out my blog! Do you like doing fun activities with good friends and meeting new friends in the process? Do you enjoy helping others? Would you be up for the challenge of having an empty stomach for a little over a day for a good cause to later be […]

Students Get Global Experience Through Spring Break Service

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Every year, Gannon University students get the chance to celebrate the beginning of the spring season for a week in whichever way they choose. Some take road trips, some travel home to see family and still others choose to make a difference in the global community by taking part in Gannon’s Alternative Break Service Trips, […]