“I thought the day of service was really fun, not only did I get to spend time with friends, but we gave back to out community in the process. Great job everybody!” - student response

“My experience was great! Working at the Wyck House was nice, there were plants there since 1690 and so I thought it was really cool how we helped maintain them.” – student response

“Day of Service was an inspiring and rewarding day for all involved,” said Dr. Spinelli. A campus-wide Day of Service with faculty, staff, and student involvement is a shining example of the collaborative nature of the University and truly exemplifies the many ways Philadelphia University students understand the power and importance of service and giving.”

“I think it was awesome! I really liked my service project and the community really appreciated our help!” – student response

“We worked with Make-A-Wish and it was a great experience! It was fun!” - student response

“The East Falls Train Station planting on the University's Day of Service not only allowed our landscape architecture students see their design work transformed into a "living landscape," it gave them the opportunity to see first hand the immediacy and positive impact their work can have on a community and the physical environment. Plus I think the students enjoyed working together and getting their hands in the dirt!" – Claudia Goetz Phillips, Ph.D., ASLA, director, Landscape Architecture Program

“I enjoyed working with members of City Year and knowing that the kids on the ball field will be much happier with their new field.” - student response

“Dear Mark, Carmel, Louise, Celia, and All who worked to put this day together, Thank you so much for a wonderful day!! We loved the whole experience and really appreciate what you each did to make this happen. So many people expressed the hope that we can do it again. I know that’s not what you want to hear the day after a big event, but it was said because they enjoyed it” – Jane Likens, associate professor of Fashion Design

“The Day of Service was a great opportunity to get involved in the community. As well as a chance to meet new people and make new friends.” - student response

“The commitment and dedication from the faculty, staff and students was exceptional,” said Mark Govoni, dean of Students and chair of the Day of Service committee.

“The range of projects, the variety of locations and the diversity of people served all made the day a remarkable success for the Philadelphia University.”

“I am very impressed by the Day of Service initiative. The day was very fulfilling and I look forward to next year. Proud to be a part of Philadelphia University.” – student response

“This was such a positive experience. Not only did we interact as a team, we had the chance to meet the community when they came out as we cleaned. This must continue!” - student response

“Thank you all for helping the East Falls Community Council distribute its Aging in Place survey today! We really appreciate the willingness, enthusiasm and good spirits with which you approached your assignments. Please know that your time today was truly a service to our community and that your efforts are very important for the programs and services we hope to make available to the older people living in East Falls.” – Anne, Julie and Doris, Aging in Place