Becoming better citizens by serving those in need — St. John’s
students, professors and staff explored the possibilities in
September as the University held its annual Founder's
Week celebration to honor the enduring legacy of
St. Vincent de Paul.
A tradition across all St. John's campuses, Founder's Week took
place on September 24 – 29. It encompassed a series of events and
activities that encouraged student engagement on issues relating to
social justice. This year's theme, "Be Vincentian: Faith Filled
Citizens," focused on the shared responsibility of all citizens to
help create social conditions that ensure human dignity.
“Founder’s Week allows us to connect with our Catholic and
Vincentian mission in new and meaningful ways,” said Lucy Pesce,
Executive Director for Mission. "Our hope is to remind ourselves of
the example of St. Vincent de Paul, so that all of us — regardless
of our own life situation or unique faith tradition — do our part
in creating social conditions that ensure dignity for all
people."
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