Students from Fincher Hall, SAU’s residence hall known for its mission of service, raised $32,126.75 in an effort to assist students in a graduate class revamp the library at the Arkansas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
The money was raised through various projects including the “Honors Haul 5K,” “Through the eyes of an artist” art project, and donations from the Cabe Foundation, Magnolia Lions Club, and Follett. “Fincher Hall is the learning and living hall, and I’m impressed with the living example they exhibited,” said Jim Hill, superintendent of ASBVI. “It shows a lot of heart and renews my faith in young people.” The library serves hundreds of children statewide from birth to 21. “Service is a big part of living here. It’s a living, learning and giving environment,” said SAU President Dr. David Rankin. “We are so proud of the students from Fincher Hall and everyone who supported them. It’s a win-win. The students win and whoever they help wins through their service.” Service work continued when members of the Residential College and Leadership College traveled to San Antonio for an annual work day at the San Antonio Food Bank. “I am very proud of the students we have at SAU,” Courson said. “Every day they show what it is like to go above and beyond to help others – even those they have never met. It’s fun to work with such a great group of young people.”
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