ACC Criminal Justice Club Collects Food for ASPCA (Nov. 17, 2009) -

QUEENSBURY – Adirondack Community College’s Criminal Justice Club spent two weeks this semester collecting animal food donations and raising money in support of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).

Club members coordinated a two-day bake sale and a two-day raffle, raising more than $300 for the cause. In addition, collection boxes for animal and pet food were placed at strategic locations across campus. More than 75 boxes, bags or containers of dog and cat food were collected.

Rachel Adams, a criminal justice major, was singled out for her dedication to the cause. She spearheaded the initiative and spent many hours toward making the event a success.

Beneficiaries of the Club’s effort include Adirondack Save A Stray Animal Shelter in Corinth; the Ballston Spa Animal Shelter; the Office of the Town of Queensbury Animal Control Officer; and the ASPCA.

This is just one example of the variety of activities and services that the Criminal Justice Club at ACC is involved in. Any student interested in more information about the Criminal Justice Program or the Criminal Justice Club at ACC can contact criminal justice professors Peter Girard (743-2200, ext. 345) or Michael Carpenter (743-2221).

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