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Orange Santa brings holiday cheer to campus community

Orange Santa began in 1994 as a program designed to foster a more caring university environment by providing help for members of the university community who have special needs during the holiday season. In December 2008 Orange Santa served 498 families, including 1,831 children.

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Orange Santa began in 1994 as a program designed to foster a more caring university environment by providing help for members of the university community who have special needs during the holiday season. In December 2008 Orange Santa served 498 families, including 1,831 children.

From campus police to alumni volunteers, meet some of the many people who donate their time and resources to Orange Santa every year in order to assist faculty, staff and students experiencing hardships.