Stockton Students, Staff Aid Habitat for Humanity for Spring Break

Rather than relaxing or traveling to a warm beach town, students from the will participate in the “Collegiate Challenge” national alternative spring break program.

The 20 students, along with several staff members, will volunteer with Habitat for Humanity in Rocky Mount, NC next week from March 11 to 17. The students will help construct and rehabilitate housing in the area for the benefit of families in need.

“This is the sixth year Stockton students have participated in this program,” said Jennifer Radwanski, associate director for student development at Stockton. “It is a great experience for them and a great way to make a real difference in the lives of those less fortunate.”

Radwanski said the program is a “win-win” in helping families reach the goal of home ownership. 

“The students are also making new friends and having fun. They work hard and they also have the opportunity to enjoy each other’s company and get to know some of the folks they are helping. It is a great experience for all concerned.”

Radwanski added that the group had participated in fundraisers to cover the cost of the trip and to present a donation check to Habitat for Humanity when they arrive on site.

The following students will participate: Melissa Lyon of Sicklerville, Jenn Cultrara of Jackson, Allison Jayne of Middletown, Laura Fricke of Milltown, Stephanie Ronan of Eatontown, Quinn Whitesall of Salem, Samantha Mackintosh of Bayonne, Olivia Santa Maria of Barnegat, Beth Janansky of Egg Harbor Township, and Laura Sirak of Cookstown. 

Also Joshua McGilly of Branchburg, Edward Nowak of Woodbury Heights, David Egee of Bricktown, Megan Petersen of Manalapan, Michael Steele of Paterson, Kyle Parker of Lacey Township, Steven Heerema of West Milford and Mat Greer of Maple Shade.

Staff members taking part include Joe Lizza of Hammonton, Radwanski of Egg Harbor Township, and Linda Kenny and George Roitzsch, both of Galloway.

-News Release from Stockton College