Shefali echoed similar thoughts: "I learned how strongly cancer can affect people’s lives, not only physically but mentally and emotionally too. Many times these emotional needs are dealt with by the social worker and not the doctor. I learned, though, that it is important for doctors to recognize these needs and deal with them just as aggressively as they would if they had seen a tumor on an x-ray." Both students had the opportunity to interact with and observe many staff. The following gave generously of their time: Evelyn Bonander, Susan Eastham, Debbie Essig, Sue Fitzgerald, Susie Flaherty, Paula Gauthier, Sally Hooper, Sue McLaughlin, Kelley McLaughlin, Barbara Moscowitz, Laura Ponce Mendoza, Marybeth Rafferty, Jennifer Wilson, and Bonnie Zimmer.

Bonnie and Shefali not only had an opportunity to observe and learn, they also contributed their labor to may Social Service projects. They helped out with filing, phone calls, organizing and entering data, restocking pamphlet displays and previewing videotapes. With their help we were able to cross some pesky items off our "To do" lists. I think I can speak for all involved by saying it was a pleasure to meet two young women who are eagerly investigating careers in health care. It was refreshing and energizing to be able to expose them to social work in health care and witness their process of discovery. We encourage any of you who are interested to consider being a mentor next summer. Contact the Volunteer Department or watch for the recruiting announcements.