Category Archives: Service

SMUSHies love dessert.

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Stephanie Howeth

          If there is one thing I know about the SMU Service House residents (or SMUSHies, as they are affectionately called), I know that they love service. Another thing I know about SMUSHies is that they … Continue reading →

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Urban Plunge: Vickery Meadow Neighborhood

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Well 2170 – Volunteer Activities During my time taking this class all of the students have explored the well-being that comes from serving others, and developing skills and knowledge to increase  individual effectiveness as a volunteer. All of the students have volunteer with a … Continue reading →

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SMUSH Update

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

My Experience at the Service House I’ve been a resident in the Service House for a couple of months now and I absolutely love it! The Service House is different than any other residence hall I’ve stayed in because it … Continue reading →

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Updates from Ashley Nguyen

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Author: {The Sweet} Ashley Nguyen Just wanted to write a little update on what’s happening in the SMU Service House. This past week, we had interviews for potential additions to the SMUSH community for the spring semester. I believe we … Continue reading →

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Hunger – Health – Housing – Hope

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Good Afternoon, everyone! (And Happy National Sandwich Day!) I’m Ashley Nguyen and I am a sophomore at Southern Methodist University. This semester, I am currently in a volunteer class that requires its students to volunteer with one of four selected … Continue reading →

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Service with a Paw!

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Author: Anisha Durvasula {SMU Service House} Community Service. Two words that encompass a world of difference. Yet when most refer to the phrase it is usually targeted towards helping the homeless, tutoring children, or volunteering at a retirement home. Do … Continue reading →

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67.5 million

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

How is it that worldwide 67.5 million children are out of school? A global lack of education is preventing millions of children from escaping the cycle of extreme poverty. It seems that of the 67.5 million children not receiving primary … Continue reading →

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PNOLA 2011

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

I’m so excited to go on an AB trip this year! In the winter I’ll be volunteering with the Phoenix of New Orleans (PNOLA) for a second time. Last year, I went into complete beast mode and built 15 walls!!! … Continue reading →

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Let’s hear it for New York, New York, New York!!

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Hi everyone! I’m Aliya Prasla and I am a junior at Southern Methodist University! This year I am the site-leader for the Alternative  Breaks trip to New York for Spring break 2012! We are working with God’s Love We Deliver. … Continue reading →

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AB-MH Retreat Weekend

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Stephanie Howeth

Author: {the awesome} Michelle Craig After a two hour ride in the SMU van, eating a 24 ounce bucket of Cheez-Its, and exploration of the Lake Texoma shoreline, the Alternative breaks executive board sat down on a Saturday afternoon to … Continue reading →

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