STUDENT SENATES AT IOWA LAKES TO HELP ‘BUDDY WALK’

The student senators at Iowa Lakes Community College will launch their first fundraiser of the college year in early September.

The senators are working in cooperation with Buddy Walk supporters and the food service at Iowa Lakes. Thursday, Sept. 6, has been designated "Scotch-A-Roo Day" at campuses in Emmetsburg, Estherville and Spencer. Proceeds from all Scotch-A-Roos purchased that day will benefit the Buddy Walk which is planned for Sept. 22 in Storm Lake.

The Buddy Walk is an annual event which was established in 1995 to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Last year was the first year for a Buddy Walk in northwest Iowa sponsored by the Northwest Iowa Down Syndrome Society.

"Our student senators try to become involved in each of our communities every year and this is just one way we can show we care for other people by supporting the Buddy Walk," said Bill Lapczenski, director of auxiliary services and student services facilitator.

Scotch-A-Roos sell for 50-cents each. Area residents are encouraged to come to the college for lunch that day and help raise money for this project by purchasing a Scotch-A-Roo. Those individuals desiring a large number of bars (more than a dozen) are asked to call 712-852-5309 (in Emmetsburg); 712-362-7909 (in Estherville); or 712-580-8621 (in Spencer); at least 24 hours in advance. All bars sold prior to 2 p.m. will be included in the tally for the Buddy Walk.

The Scotch-A-Roos will be sold at three Iowa Lakes locations: 3200 College Drive in Emmetsburg; 300 S. 18th St. in Estherville; and 1900 N. Grand Ave. (north end of Gateway North) in Spencer.