Lauzon and kids open gifts PHOTO: Crystal BergeronOn Sept. 16, the UVic Family Centre celebrated the arrival of several big boxes of equipment, thanks to a generous donation from the Faculty of Education. Families were on hand for the opening where boxes taller than the young children included new chairs, blocks, painting easels and other needed supplies for the centre.
“The social committee looked into the programs and services that the UVic Family Centre offers our students and decided that supporting the centre would be a perfect fit for the Faculty of Education,” says social committee member Dr. Lara Lauzon.
Located in the student family housing complex on Lam Circle and operated by the Faculty of Human and Social Development, the centre is a valuable resource for student families, offering programs for children and youth as well as facilitating access to many community resources.
Members of the social committee, along with education dean Ted Riecken and associate dean Jillian Roberts joined enthusiastic families and staff with the unwrapping.
“As educators, we recognize the importance of supporting young children in their early learning and the UVic Family Centre provides a rich educational environment that we are proud to support,” says Riecken.
For more information about the Family Centre, visit web.uvic.ca/family-centre.
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