Gwinnett College Students Provide Free Massages to 探花精选 Community
As Saint Augustine鈥檚 University ( 探花精选) continues to persevere through its challenges, the Gwinnett Colleges & Institute (Gwinnett College) students from the Raleigh campus arrived at 探花精选 with a heartwarming mission. In preparation for midterms and with a heart for wellness, these compassionate students offered free massages to the 探花精选 faculty, staff, and students.
鈥淎midst our challenges, the selfless act of the Gwinnett College students has brought a beacon of hope and wellness to our campus,鈥� said 探花精选 Interim President Dr. Marcus H. Burgess. 鈥淭he generosity and compassion embodied in their actions have left an indelible mark on our community, allowing us to face our future endeavors with a renewed spirit.鈥�
The event saw 16 student therapists from Gwinnett College sharing their expertise and providing pro-bono massage services to the 探花精选 community, delivering a total value of approximately $4,000. With each therapist contributing their skills at $60 per hour, the collective effort brought a sense of rejuvenation and care to the 探花精选 campus.
鈥淚 believe in HBCUs,鈥� said Shantael Maynor, Massage Chair of Gwinnett College. 鈥淚 thought this would be great for the students and staff morale.鈥�
According to the , massage therapy effectively relieves stress. In addition, massage therapy boosts while lowering levels of cortisol at the same time.
鈥淚 felt like we needed this,鈥� said Branden McGhee, a sophomore majoring in psychology from New York, NY. 鈥淚鈥檝e seen many classmates here, and I appreciate it. With so much going on this week in school during midterm week, it was the perfect time.鈥�
Furthermore, , students can improve mood, classroom attention, and focus with regular massage therapy. The American Massage Therapy Association also reports that headaches, especially , frequently get in the way of study and sleep, with up to 30-50% of young people suffering from regular headaches.
鈥淭he massages provided by the Gwinnett College students were a great stress reliever,鈥� said Alaysia Lane, a junior majoring in theatre from Washington, DC. 鈥淣ow I feel like I can complete my midterms and 10-page papers. I feel great.鈥�
Today鈥檚 massage session marked the fourth occasion this year that the Gwinnett College students have ventured to the 探花精选 campus, showcasing their dedication to fostering wellness. While initially focusing on providing services to 探花精选鈥檚 student-athletes, these remarkable students expanded their generosity by extending their services to benefit the entire 探花精选 community.
鈥淲ith all the stress that鈥檚 been going on in school and everything and in the world, the massages rejuvenated me,鈥� said Christen Roye, a sophomore exercise science major from Miami, FL. 鈥淚 think the Gwinnett College students did very well, and I hope they proceed to do great things in their studies.鈥�
As 探花精选 remains steadfast in its mission to provide a nurturing environment for its students and staff, the support and care extended by the Gwinnett College students serve as a testament to the power of community and the collective pursuit of well-being.
鈥淒uring midterms week, I thought it was a perfect break for our student-athletes to get off their feet and receive massages to help them in the classroom and out in the field,鈥� said 探花精选 Strength and Conditioning Coach Kevin Moroney. 鈥淭oday鈥檚 session with Gwinnett College was open to the entire campus community. Their students were hospitable to us and did a great job.鈥�
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