COMFORT DOGS ON CAMPUS
The Nor’wester Therapy Dog organization partners with the Newtown Campus of Bucks County Community College to offer our COMFORT DOGS ON CAMPUS program in conjunction with the Student Life Office under the direction of Naomi Thompson, Assistant Director of Student Engagement & Leadership Development.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
The purpose of the program is to use Nor’wester therapy dog teams to provide emotional support during high stress times and for special events like Mental Health Monday.
Students eagerly look forward to relaxing with the dogs and their handlers. As expected, the dogs are rock stars! In addition to students, BCCC staff and faculty also often stop by for some dog therapy.
WHY IT MATTERS
- Students can decompress between exams, connecting with friendly dogs and their handlers.
- Staff and faculty often join in, for a brief break and emotional reset.
- The dogs really are the “rock stars” — they draw people in, lighten the mood, and provide simple, effective comfort.
STUDENT VOICES
“I was in a bad mood after a rough final exam, and spending time with the dogs made my day!”
“It’s a great decompressor. The dogs just soak up your attention and don’t give you any static. There is something so simple and relaxing about them.”
