Students do not have to look far to impact American heroes across the globe.
Thanks to the efforts of sophomore criminal justice and English major, Stefanie Starkey, Shorter can now impact the American soldiers.
“A Thousand Thanks” is a new challenge for Shorter to write 1,000 letters of appreciation to our U.S. Armed Forces,” said Starkey.
Starkey knows first-hand the impact these letter have. Starkey wrote encouragement to her cousin and lifelong friend as he served his first deployment as a Marine. Through the letter exchange, Starkey learned other soldiers did not receive letters from home but desired to. So, Starkey took the initiative to start writing more. “It shows them that someone cares,” stated Starkey.
Faculty sponsor of “A Thousand Thanks” and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Kathi Vosevich saw the difference that can be made by America support and encouragement when she served as a military civilian education officer.
“Anything [sent] from home is greatly appreciated,” said Vosevich.
Several students are excited to get involved. Sophomore history and liberal arts major, Elle Ryan tries to write military as often as possible. From the mouths of soldier friends Ryan talks with, “A simple letter can improve morale,” said Ryan.
To get involved, students can write an encouraging letter to be sent overseas for the military men. Letters can be emailed it to lettertoahero@gmail.com, or can be dropped off at the office of Dr. Kathi Vosevich, MFA 202.
“Just a few minutes,” stated Starkey, can help make an impact on American heroes and reach Shorter’s goal of 1,000 letters of appreciation.
-Taylor Wilkerson
