Care for the Whole Person
Guided by The Student Promise, LUC students and alumni exhibit cura personalis (care for the whole person) for themselves and others. We recognize the uniqueness and dignity of each person, with specific needs, strengths, challenges, identities, and experiences. We are empathetic, compassionate, loving, and open-minded.
Care for the Whole Person: Afrah Khan
Afrah Khan (BS ’27) reflects on how her experience with volunteering at a free clinic and mentorship have enriched her understanding of Care for the Whole Person and prepared her to lead with empathy in her future career in healthcare.
Reflect
Remember an experience when you embraced care for the whole person, whether for yourself, another person, or a community of people. What actions did you take? What was the impact of your effort, and what did you learn from it?
Experiences
Examples of relevant experiences that may connect back to the Care for the Whole Person ideal include:
- Join a mentorship program with the Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging
- Take on a student leadership role to care for others
- Play in club or intramural sports with Campus Recreation
- Join a Wellness Center support group
- Engage in service with Community Service and Action
Ready to Reflect?
Practice the Ignatian tradition of reflection through a recorded Examen or submit a written reflection to earn your Care for the Whole Person lapel pin.