The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
Marquette’s Best Buddies chapter was recently recognized with an Outstanding Chapter Award at Best Buddies International’s 20th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference. Marquette’s chapter was one of nine college chapters from more than 400 college programs throughout the world recognized for its dedication to the Best Buddies mission.
A special thank you to the Showcase Committee (Elizabeth Fay, Mary Rose Richter, Rachel Renteria, Chelsea Real and Samantha Bear). The committee worked very hard to make our first showcase a success. They got over 30 silent auction items donated and organized the entire show, including getting other Marquette students to volunteer that are not a part of Best Buddies. The showcase was a huge success; we raised over $3,000!
Gold Star Members:
Friends and Family of Samantha Bear
Brian and Laurel Bear
Bill and Mary Cullinan
Russo Family
Juliane & Anthony Graff
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Real