Commitment to service is an integral aspect of Holy Cross’s core values, an attribute that Hoban’s administration strives to nourish. Numerous opportunities to connect with local communities are made accessible and encouraged by the faculty, granting students the chance to aid others. Of these opportunities, few compare to that of Hoban’s service trip to Monterrey, Mexico.
Contrasting the many immersion experiences offered by Hoban, traveling to Monterrey prioritizes actively serving the community rather than simply observing. Attendees must exhibit a baseline understanding of the Spanish language and be able to communicate freely with local residents without the aid of a translator. Furthermore, participants are expected to assist communities through Christian service in several facets.
“We do get to see and do a lot of amazing things with the idea of service behind it,” said Spanish teacher and four-year chaperone of the Monterrey trip, Amy Zeller…