WABI reports student-athletes collect donations for Black Bear Exchange
WABI (Channel 5) reported student-athletes at the University of Maine collected donations of nonperishable food items for the Black Bear Exchange, UMaine’s food pantry and clothing exchange. Members of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) led a collection of food items at sporting events and drop-off spots for several weeks in November, with a goal of 1,000 items, according to WABI. They gathered at the New Balance Field House on Nov. 30 and came to a final count of 1,836 items, the report states. “I think it really shows how the student-athletes can come together regardless of sport to make a difference in the community because even though the community comes to us for support, we can also support them back,” said Alison Brodt, co-president of SAAC.