From the moment news spread of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, universities across the country jumped into action. Raising both prayers for healing and thousands of dollars in contributions, schools expressed inspiring examples of global solidarity.

Learn more of how higher education and CRS are working together to make a difference.

Important ways you can help…

• Tell CRS (campus@crs.org) what you’re doing at your school.
• View this video of a CRS staffer describing surviving the earthquake.
• Read this Special Report on the Church’s response.
• Use this discussion guide to compare life in Haiti to life in the U.S.
• Add a CRS link to your school or campus ministry website.
• Utilize this Haiti Powerpoint as a group reflection tool.
• Visit CRS on Facebook for up to date information.
• Hold a prayer service for Haiti.
• Donate by calling (800)736-3467.
• Donate online at www.crs.org.

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For Faculty

In an effort to support your incorporation of global issues into your syllabi, CRS offers a robust listing of articles, books and Catholic Social Thought related to issues of international poverty and development. These resources will work well both for classroom use, and potentially for your own research.

For Campus Ministers, Social Justice Staff, and Students

Together we are making a critical difference in the world. Because of our joint efforts, congressional legislation is reflecting global needs, individuals are receiving the care and support deserving of their human dignity, and campus communities are being transformed. Let’s passionately continue our work!

“I am attached to the university environment, which was my own world for many years, by love for the search for the truth, by compassion, by the frank and respectful dialogue between reciprocal positions.” - Pope Benedict XVI