As a Jesuit University, one of Seattle U's missions is a commitment to the poor. In response to the tragic earthquake in Haiti, the University's President, Fr. Sundborg has called the students of Seattle University to come together and respond spiritually, humanly, and educationally.
On January 14, he asked students to integrate the reality of this disaster into the course of our studies, searching for ways of answering the questions why, where and how to go from here. He encouraged students to offer their generosity and personal sacrifice, and to pray that the victims of he earthquake can be placed in the hands of God.
Sean Bray, the Social Justice Minister in Campus Ministry has accepted the position of point person of the university in order to coordinate SU's response. He is open to Seattle University students for any suggestions or requests they may have for him during this time. Along with this, the University is seeking to join with Gonzaga in further efforts to "act as Jesuit Universities."
Four Sunday masses will be dedicated to the tragedy, where their full tithes will be given to Catholic Relief Services and Jesuit Refugee Service for their work with the people of Haiti.
Along with this, any students, faculty, staff, or friends who are personally suffering from the earthquake are encouraged to contact Sean Bray, or reach out to CAPS for counseling. Along with this, current SU students, staff and alumni have created a website for donations, sent a water system from SU's own Wes Lauer, and have created group meetings where further action can be discussed.
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