"But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart."
—1 Samuel 16:7
—1 Samuel 16:7
On Wednesday, March 30, Newman Club and Circle K teamed up with Bridges to Adelphi to forge bonds between students with autism and other nonverbal learning disabilities and those who do not, as well as to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to donate to The INN. Mitch Nagler, Director of the Bridges to Adelphi Project, organized the event, which was held in UC 211/212 and lasted from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (albeit with a brief interruption from an unexpected fire drill). Altogether, the students gathered made 364 sandwiches.
In keeping with Bridges' mission of helping students with special needs adapt to everyday life, many of those in attendance did not make sandwiches. Instead, they just chatted. Students from all walks of life, some of whom were from nearby colleges, spent time talking about their interests, sharing stories and eating pizza. Ultimately, what made the evening special was how ordinary it was. Everyone had far more in common than not, and it was a very satisfying experience, whether one made sandwiches or just talked.
"The event was a great opportunity to serve the homeless of Long Island and meet some new friends. It was awesome to see three different clubs come together for fellowship and service," said Newman Club member Dannielle Stevenson, who was in attendance.
Here are some pictures from the evening:
(All photographs courtesy of Thomas Willcox.)
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