Dogs, rabbits, and a Guinea pig will be at the O’Shaughnessy-Frey Library on
Tuesday, October 21st from 6-8 pm
to visit St. Thomas students and friends. The animals are certified therapy animals who also visit schools, hospitals, and care facilities with their owners. At St. Thomas, they provide stress relief for students who might be anxious about papers or exams at midsemester.
Hundreds of students turn out for the popular events, and some arrive early to help with set-up or just because they are so excited to see the animals come through the doors. The event is free and everyone is welcome!
Would you like to get more involved?!
This time, library circulation supervisor Karen Batdorf is looking for a few students who are willing to be “bunny escorts,” that is, to help the volunteers from Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society carry bunnies to and from the library to volunteers’ vehicles. Email her at k9batdorf@stthomas.edu if you would be willing to help or have questions about the event.
Here are some of the therapy pets who will be here on Tuesday: Buster, Buddy, Sophie, and Remi!
