MBU’s Service Day encourages giving back to others and helping those who are less fortunate or need to be touched with the love of Christ. The MBU community had the opportunity to spread joy to children in hospitals with Sharing Smiles and express their appreciation for those who served in the military with Operation Gratitude, all while having fellowship with each other.
Photo by Trevor Chaney
MBU’s Service Day in the Quad was attended by faculty, staff and students alike as they competed in games, enjoyed free Raising Cane’s chicken and iced coffee, all while contributing to Operation Gratitude and Sharing Smiles. Click on the photos in the Gallery to see larger images.
Outside The Perk, students enjoy iced coffee and cold water as they begin to roam around Service Day in the Quad. Photo by Trevor Chaney
Two students sprint to the finish at MBU’s Service Day. Photo by Trevor Chaney
Students race through the gauntlet and tumble to the finish line at MBU’s Service Day. Photo by Trevor Chaney
Kimberly Biesiadecki times students running through the gauntlet. Photo by Madelyn Shotton
Two students write letters for Operation Gratitude. Photo by Madelyn Shotton
Students had the opportunity to write letters to thank veterans for their service and sacrifices through Operation Gratitude. Photo by Madelyn Shotton
Samson Wilkins, left, and Wesley Smith, center, talk to Rachel Fallon, right, after a run through the inflatable obstacle course. Photo by Madelyn Shotton
Alex Menz, left, gets off to a fast start on his run through the obstacle course. Photo by Dylan White
Adam Vincent, center, races through the inflatable gauntlet in the Quad. Photo by Dylan White
Raising Cane’s was served for free to students during Service Day. Photo by Dylan White
Students in line serving themselves Raising Cane’s chicken fingers and choosing their sauces. Photo by Dylan White
Becca Starrett, right, talks to those at the Office of Faith and Service tent. Photo by Dylan White
Justin Yeary, left, and Kelaynew Seyoum, right, working at the Office of Faith and Service tent. Photo by Dylan White
Students lining up to write letters for Operation Gratitude. Photo by Dylan White
Students received free iced coffee from The Perk during the Service Day festivities. Photo by Dylan White
Sharing Smiles was on campus during Service Day to give MBU students the opportunity to give back to children in hospitals. Photo by Dylan White
Daniel Dilworth traces a pattern for a bear for Sharing Smiles. Photo by Dylan White
A student working hard to create bears for Sharing Smiles. Photo by Dylan White
Interested students viewing the display at the MBU Student Activities table. Photo by Dylan White
The MBU Student Activities table provided important information on upcoming events at MBU. Photo by Dylan White
Adam Vincent, center, looks on with others as fellow students try their hand at the obstacle course. Photo by Dylan White
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