Student Service Spotlight

Spotlight

• Sahiba Mohammady

  Name: Sahiba Mohammady
  Major/Minor: Political Science / International Studies
  Class Year: 2028
  Clubs & Organizations: The Endicott Review, UN Club, Bridge Club
  Favorite Quote: “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” —Albert Einstein
  Why do you choose to do community service? As an international student, I’ve sometimes felt a bit isolated, but community service helps me feel connected and part of positive change. It’s not only about giving back, volunteering creates a welcoming space where I can participate equally in meaningful activities at Endicott. Community service is important to me because it allows me to engage with other students and people beyond campus, helping me feel more rooted in the community.
  Do you feel there are any benefits specifically for you when you serve? Definitely, there’s no debate about that. I like being part of a community that strives to make a difference, and volunteering helps me move toward my goals while giving me positive energy. It also helps my mental health by giving me a break from my studies and allowing me to stay physically and socially active. Every little act of service has the potential to create a bigger impact, and through volunteering I am learning how meaningful change often begins with small steps.
  What are your favorite service projects to do? I enjoy all service projects, but my favorites are distributing food at shelters and participating in the Backpack Giving Service.
  Why should others serve? I believe real engagement and real change begin with the smallest acts of service we can offer. As young people, volunteering teaches us valuable lessons that will help us throughout our lives. Each time we serve, we contribute to something bigger than ourselves and help build a stronger community.

• Angelica De La Cruz

  Name: Angelica De La Cruz
  Major/Minor: Environmental Science major, with a minor in special education
  Class Year: 2028
  Club/Organization(s) you are a part of: CAB, Endicott Singers, SOCA, EES, Environmental Justice Working Group, and Service Club!
  Favorite Quote: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” —Mahatma Gandhi
  Why do you choose to do community service? I choose to do community service because I feel as though I have a responsibility to help others in any way I can.
  Do you feel there are any benefits specifically for you when/while you serve? When I serve, I get the satisfaction that I am making a change and an impact on my community despite anything else going on. I also feel great thinking that I could have just made someone else’s day a lot better!
  What are your favorite service projects to do? I love working in soup kitchens and working on farms!
  Why should others serve? I think others should serve because while we may not realize it, it is a privilege to have the opportunity to help others. Volunteering can make significant impacts on other people’s lives without us even realizing it.

• Kathryn Bishop

  Name: Kathryn Bishop
  Major/Minor: Early Childhood Education
  Class Year: Junior (Class of 2027)
  Club/Organization(s) you are a part of: Relay for Life, Education Club, & EC Buddies
  Favorite Quote: "You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." —Winnie the Pooh
  Why do you choose to do community service?: I choose to take part in community service because I have always enjoyed being able to help others. Additionally, I enjoy being able to give back to the community and taking part in acts of kindness.
  Do you feel there are any benefits specifically for you when/while you serve?: When I serve, I am able to learn about various service organizations and their missions. Also, through community service, I have been able to meet new people from Endicott and form new friendships.
  What are your favorite service projects to do?: One of my favorite service projects that I have taken part in is when I went with some members of Relay for Life to Hope Lodge to prepare and serve dinner to individuals who are battling cancer and their caregivers. Hope Lodge is run by the American Cancer Society and they provide housing for those who are receiving cancer treatments. The service opportunity allowed me to get to know some of the residents and their stories.
  Why should others serve?: One act of kindness can go a long way.