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Matthew Busse
  • BA EPS, Astronomy
  • New Fairfield, CT

Matthew Busse joins 200 WCSU classmates for Day of Service

2014 Oct 7

Matthew Busse of New Fairfield was one of 200 Western Connecticut State University students who volunteered for a Day of Service to assist Danbury residents in September.

Between going to class, studying and working, students at Western Connecticut State University are busy. That doesn't, however, stop them from giving back to the community by committing to tens of thousands of volunteer hours every year.The goal of the Day of Service was to help the community, to recognize WCSU students and their commitment to community, and to create an awareness of the opportunity and the value of volunteerism as part of a college education.

Among the places the WCSU volunteers served were Ann's Place, The Danbury Railway Museum, the Danbury Fire Department, Tarrywile Park and Ellsworth Avenue Elementary School. Those helping the Danbury Music Center assisted with auditions for its annual performance of "The Nutcracker." Those helping at the Danbury Public Library tagged books, while others helped to serve breakfast to those in need at the Dorothy Day Hospitality House.

"Students are looking at community service as something they expect their university to support," said WCSU Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Walter Cramer. "I see this event as a win-win - we can promote what's already happening and attract students who are interested in becoming part of community service."