Tamara Kelly
Staff Writer

Dental impressions, finger prints and DNA samples where the topic of conversation, for the Lakewood community and students, on Wednesday, February 13, while they gathered in the front entry near the welcome center.

The Justice Club combined with the Lakewood police department hosted a community event providing children’s identification kits for parents in the case of an emergency. The Club’s sense of community is its top priorities.

“It [the club] ties the school to the community,” said Event Coordinator Nacquata Bryson. She feels that with the help of the club members and leaders they can make a difference by every small and large effort they exercise towards building a stronger community.

Earlier in the school year the club collected donations for their toy drive in for the families of domestic violence. The intent to help give children who have been uprooted and living in local shelters.

Melissa Haffly said, “This is a wonderful opportunity for students to get involved on campus and in the community.”

Many of the students who are involved in the club are also working towards their degree in Criminal Justice, but the club is not only limited to Criminal Justice students, it’s for all Pierce students who want to make a difference by serving their community.

Bryson said, “Being a victim’s advocate is a good gateway into doing more for our community.” She also believes it’s a good way to build stronger character all around, and empower students to be better citizens.

For more information on the Criminal Justice Club or to become a member contact Teresa Carlo at 253-964-6357 or email her at [email protected] .