Oxnard College’s Sociology Club delivered candy grams to students, faculty and administrators on campus for Valentine’s Day to fundraise for their upcoming trips to the Museum of Tolerance and Anacapa Island.

Renee Osuna, Sociology Club Vice President, spearheaded this event with the rest of the club members and expanded on the importance of solidarity.

“It’s very important to be part of a team and we always work really hard to achieve our goals,” said Osuna. “This semester, we have a busy agenda and great members, so none of this would be possible without the collaboration of everyone.”

According to club members, the OC Sociology Club strives to spend most of their time serving their community and volunteering their time to those in need. They are a newly appointed club with just one complete semester under their belt, but have been well accomplished by donating their skills to organizations like Habitat for Humanity, Food Share and the Camarillo Healthcare Center.

Dr. Marie Butler, sociology professor and club adviser, couldn’t be more proud of her students.

“They work so hard to help their community and they are lead by a great executive team,” said Butler. “Their chemistry is remarkable and I am amazed at their ideas and hunger for knowledge. This fundraiser will help them reach that knowledge.”

Sure enough, the club sold just about every Valentine’s Day gram that they had and met their projected quota to fund their field trips.

Jennifer Quintana, a 20-year-old psychology major, enjoyed the festive treats.

“I think it’s cool that clubs celebrate holidays like this and benefit from it,” said Quintana. “I bought a few candy grams for my son, my husband and my mom of course.”

Mayra Pacheco, Sociology Club Treasurer, was glad that the members were able to have fun and keep the event light.

“We had a great turnout and we were able to socialize and engage other students on campus,” said Pacheco. “I am glad that students and faculty supported our cause.”