08/19/2026
Summer Spotlight: Seth at the Center for Courageous Kids
This summer, Sophomore Bonner Scholar Seth served at the Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), where she gained a deeper appreciation for how intentional planning and compassionate service can create meaningful experiences for others. CCK provides safe, accessible, medically supported camp experiences at no cost to children with disabilities and lifelong illnesses and their families.
One aspect that stood out to Seth was the amount of thought and care that goes into creating an experience where every camper feels a sense of belonging, independence, and the joy of being a kid. She was impressed by how CCK considers the needs of the people it serves when developing its programming, activities, facilities, and daily interactions.
As a business major interested in management, Seth especially valued seeing how CCK’s mission connects with effective organizational management. She recognized that the organization’s success depends on strong communication, teamwork, planning, programming, and attention to detail. Her experience showed her that good management is ultimately about understanding the people you serve and creating systems that allow them to thrive.
Seth also connected her CCK experience to her semester-long service at Bob’s Basket. While the organizations serve different populations, she recognized that both require care, intentionality, and an understanding of individual needs. One of her favorite parts of CCK was forming a compassionate connection with a camper, reinforcing for her that some of the most meaningful parts of service come through relationships.
Through her experience at CCK, Seth gained a deeper understanding of how her interest in business and management can intersect with her desire to serve others. She left with a greater appreciation for organizations that combine professionalism, thoughtful planning, and compassion to make a lasting impact.
