Serving the community means leaving a footprint and impact in the community and expanding my horizons. Being aware that there are issues and actually seeing and acting upon the issues are different. As Baruch Scholars, we have a duty to uphold and promote the community’s welfare and ethics, as taught to us by the program and school. Volunteering is a way I advocate for the causes I wish to support. During my four years of high school, I volunteered at a program that fights against child abuse and provides for students from low-income households. This program provided for me when I was in elementary school, so I wanted to give back to the organization that I grew up with. Community service also goes to expanding our worldly knowledge. Service organizations are the best ways for students to get first-hand experience and explore their interests. For this semester, I plan on trying something new and volunteering at Xavier Mission, an organization that provides basic needs for New Yorkers in need, with my peers to give warm clothes before the coming winter. The Honors Program promotes a culture of service because it not only makes you an active member of your community, but service also helps develop your interpersonal skills and world affairs. Service opens your eyes to the problems going on in your community and encourages you to combat these underlying issues. Community service also gives you a sense of accomplishment and helps you understand the impact of giving.
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It’s really cool that in high school you were able to volunteer and give back to an organization that initially helped you. I agree that community service is important because it is eye-opening and it also gives us a sense of accomplishment. The Honors Program will help us achieve these things and develop new skills from completing community service. I hope that you enjoy volunteering with the Xavier Mission and that you learn a lot from it!