Thanksgiving is more than just football and turkey, it’s a time to celebrate the blessings of the past year. For many Bears, it’s also a holiday associated with peace, family and friendship.
This year, Thanksgiving is Nov. 28, and as the holiday approaches members of the ¼ϲʿ community shared what they are most thankful for this year.
“I am grateful that I get to come to school, have a roof over my head, my dog and my family who I get to go home to see over Thanksgiving break.”- Chelsea Defelice, ’21 (Holyoke)
“I am grateful for ¼ϲʿ students, for my passion to engage with these students and for my grandchildren.”- Sydne Marrow, Director of Multicultural Affairs
“I am thankful for the ¼ϲʿ chorale and the fact I get to be a music major and share my passions with other people who are also into music.”- Gustavo Cruz, ’23 (Boston)
“I am thankful for my family, for the job I have, and the people I work with.”- Maria Soares, ¼ϲʿ Maintainer
“I am thankful for my family – for so many things, every day I am thankful.”- Michele Handley, Administrative Assistant, Provost Office
Let us know what you are grateful for this Thanksgiving. Share your #¼ϲʿAttitudeOfGratitude with us on Twitter @BridgeStateU and Instagram @bridgestateu.