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Down Syndrome Is No Barrier to Entrepreneurship for This Clemson LIFE Graduate

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June 10, 2021

Lucy Graham and her family, along with Sarah McAlpine of Clemson LIFE, founded the Upside Down Collection, a jewelry business that aims to combat the stigma surrounding Down syndrome.

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UNA-USA Seeks Next Youth Observer to the United Nations

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June 7, 2021

Young Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 are encouraged to submit their applications for this change-leading position by Sunday, June 13.

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Sullivan Award Recipient Kylie Stottlemyer Supports Survivors of Rape and Domestic Violence

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May 31, 2021

Faculty award recipient Roderic Owen, meanwhile, is "beloved and universally respected by the entire Mary Baldwin family," says MBU President Pamela Fox.

Sullivan Award Recipient Sandra Reid Was a 'Tremendous Force for Good' at Elon University

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May 31, 2021

Reid, a longtime advocate of juvenile justice, was part of a task force that successfully worked to raise the age of majority within North Carolina's criminal system from 16 to 18 years old.

Sullivan Award Recipient Dr. Marsha Walton Leaves Meaningful Legacy at Rhodes College

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May 30, 2021

As part of her research, Walton has collected stories from thousands of children describing their own experiences with peer conflict and social relationships.

King University Honors Two Students and Minister With Sullivan Awards

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May 30, 2021

Students Kiayana Roberts and Megan Hagy and the Rev. Dr. W. A. Johnson were recognized for their high standards of character, integrity and service and commitment to creating positive change.

Sullivan Stars

Sullivan Award Recipient Kylie Stottlemyer Supports Survivors of Rape and Domestic Violence

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May 31, 2021

Faculty award recipient Roderic Owen, meanwhile, is "beloved and universally respected by the entire Mary Baldwin family," says MBU President Pamela Fox.

Sullivan Award Recipient Sandra Reid Was a 'Tremendous Force for Good' at Elon University

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May 31, 2021

Reid, a longtime advocate of juvenile justice, was part of a task force that successfully worked to raise the age of majority within North Carolina's criminal system from 16 to 18 years old.

Sullivan Award Recipient Dr. Marsha Walton Leaves Meaningful Legacy at Rhodes College

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May 30, 2021

As part of her research, Walton has collected stories from thousands of children describing their own experiences with peer conflict and social relationships.

King University Honors Two Students and Minister With Sullivan Awards

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May 30, 2021

Students Kiayana Roberts and Megan Hagy and the Rev. Dr. W. A. Johnson were recognized for their high standards of character, integrity and service and commitment to creating positive change.

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Trio of Servant Leaders Receive Sullivan Awards at Queens University of Charlotte

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May 30, 2021

Sydney Stepney received the student award, while Judy and Paul Leonard were honored for their lifetime of service, including their work with Habitat for Humanity.

How Sullivan Award Recipient Issy Rushton Guided Her Campus Through the Pandemic

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May 30, 2021

Rushton, a senior at the University of South Carolina, helped create and lead a citywide social responsibility campaign that encouraged locals and students to wear a COVID-19 mask.

Sullivan Alumni Spotlight

The Wonderful, Wonderful Life of Anne Matthews

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May 27, 2021

A 2020 Sullivan Award winner and Coker University alumnus, Matthews’ work with Rotary International has taken her around the world on a mission to eradicate hunger and polio.

The Church and the Classroom Are Holy Places for Dr. Ray Penn

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May 26, 2021

"If you throw your life into helping others, happiness will perch on your shoulder. Happiness is a byproduct of servanthood," says the 2001 Sullivan Award recipient from Lincoln Memorial University.

Joel Iwaskiewicz: A Life Dedicated to Pursuit of Systematic Change

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May 11, 2021

As a fighter for the rights of disadvantaged communities, this Rhodes College graduate says his political activism “has energized and focused my service life.”

Danielle Biggs: "Lean into Your Truest Self and Lead Out Loud!”

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May 11, 2021

A passionate supporter of the arts, this Elon University graduate has coped with "fleeting bouts of imposter syndrome" on her way to becoming a "fierce female leader" and changemaker in her community.

Julie Copeland: Time Can Be Your Greatest Ally and Your Worst Enemy

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April 5, 2021

This Wofford College alumnus and Sullivan Award recipient chose a career in HR because "human capital is an organization's greatest asset, and, hence, I wanted to have an influence and impact on people."

Police Psychologist Kimberly Miller Works Through Law Enforcement to Help the Underserved

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April 5, 2021

Dr. Miller, a 1993 Auburn graduate and Sullivan Award winner, believes God put her on the planet to make it a better place.

Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

The Summer of Sullivan: Summer Workshops for Leadership and Transformative Action Kick off May 18

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May 11, 2021

The 10-day workshop experience, taking place May 18-28, will reenergize college students' passion for changemaking and community leadership after a long, challenging pandemic year.

Changemakers Can Leap Back into Action With Sullivan's Summer Leadership Workshops in May

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April 5, 2021

The Summer Workshops for Leadership and Transformative Action program will help students build their leadership skills and create transformative action plans for solving real-world problems.

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Purpose-Driven VEDGEco Is First National Wholesaler of Plant-Based Foods

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March 30, 2021

Founder Trevor Hitch said VEDGEco, headquartered in Kailua, Hawaii, has been a purpose-driven business from the start, prioritizing people, animals and the planet over profit.

Rapper J.I.D. and MOD Pizza Join Forces to Help People Struggling in the Pandemic

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March 25, 2021

To launch Random Acts of MODness, MOD Pizza, a leading social-impact company in the restaurant sector, and the Grammy-nominated rapper presented a new car to a woman who lost her job and insurance in the pandemic.

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Elon University Social Entrepreneurs Help Black-Owned Businesses Find New Customers

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March 19, 2021

Founded by Danielle Deavens and Doug Spencer, Bold Xchange offers a convenient way to find Black-owned companies across the country and promises fast shipping, vetted products and loyalty rewards.

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The Citadel Alumnus, Former Miss USA Lu Parker Spreads Kindness Through Entrepreneurship

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March 15, 2021

"I have never given up on the belief that kindness can create huge change," says L.A. news anchor Lu Parker, founder of Be Kind & Co., which recently launched a new line of kindness apparel.

Education and Community Development

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Cumberland University Offers Tuition-Free Education to Select Students in Tennessee

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June 10, 2021

The Phoenix Promise will allow eligible Tennessee students with the greatest financial need to earn a four-year bachelor’s degree from a private university without paying any tuition costs.

Down Syndrome Is No Barrier to Entrepreneurship for This Clemson LIFE Graduate

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June 10, 2021

Lucy Graham and her family, along with Sarah McAlpine of Clemson LIFE, founded the Upside Down Collection, a jewelry business that aims to combat the stigma surrounding Down syndrome.

UNA-USA Seeks Next Youth Observer to the United Nations

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June 7, 2021

Young Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 are encouraged to submit their applications for this change-leading position by Sunday, June 13.

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Campbell University Students Build Award-Winning Rover for Manned Space Missions

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May 14, 2021

The human-powered vehicle, which featured four-wheel drive and rack-and-pinion steering, won the NASA HERC award for its ingenious and innovative design.

Next Skills-Based Session: How to Prioritize Your Mental Health to Create Real Impact

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April 22, 2021

The free virtual session, led by Reagan Pugh and his team of changemaking coaches, takes place at 10 a.m. (ET) on Friday, April 23.

Next Skills-Based Session: Personal Storytelling and Enlisting Others in Your Cause

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April 20, 2021

In the Sullivan Foundation's next skills-based masterclass on Wednesday, April 21, Reagan Pugh and a stellar team of coaches help students answer the question, "What are your plans after college?"

Environment and Climate

Converse College Artist's Striking Sculpture Illustrates Threat of Ocean Pollution

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June 10, 2021

Charlotte "Lottie" Hutson, a member of Converse's Class of 2023, created the piece, featuring an Atlantic Right whale, for the John F. Greene Spartanburg Science Center.

Closing the Loop: Burger King Goes Green(er) in 2021

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May 4, 2021

The fast-food giant is testing sustainable packaging, including straws, cutlery, napkins and Whopper wrappers, in Miami and plans to try out reusable, zero-waste packaging in major cities worldwide.

Ole Miss Journalism Students Investigate Climate Change in Mississippi

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April 23, 2021

Charlie Mitchell, a journalism professor, said the project is designed to educate people who have formed opinions about climate change without understanding how it relates to their daily lives.

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Shake Shack Starts Testing Sustainable, Biodegradable Straws and Cutlery

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March 4, 2021

Manufactured by Restore Foodware, the plastic-free straws and cutlery are made with AirCarbon, a natural, carbon-negative material that feels like plastic but degrades naturally if it ends up in the environment.

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For the Love of Elephants: Furman University Alum Educates Public About Plight of Pachyderms

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February 17, 2021

Joy Owens, an educator at the Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Tenn., wants people to understand that elephants are highly intelligent animals with complex emotions and health needs.

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Warren Wilson Recognized as a Top Sustainable College

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December 17, 2020

Warren Wilson College, which has made sustainability a key part of its mission, ranked third place overall among baccalaureate institutions in AASHE's 2020 Sustainable Campus Index.

Social Justice and Equality

UK Alum Creates Scholarship Foundation for Black Students with GPA of 2.0 or Better

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April 11, 2021

Aaron Porter, a journalism graduate from the University of Kentucky, and his cousins have started the Lawson Porter Scholarship Foundation to ease the burden of college expenses for Black students.

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North Carolina Wesleyan College Joins the Battle Against Human Trafficking

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March 26, 2021

With its upcoming Barefoot Mile fundraiser, NC Wesleyan wants to raise $15,000 for JOY International, a nonprofit that has helped more than 2,000 victims of human trafficking, including children, teens and women.

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George Mason Graduate Student Advocates for Those With 'Invisible Disabilities'

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March 25, 2021

Christine Condo earned her diploma and two bachelor's degrees before being diagnosed with autism, but she still feels the need to hide it, which leads to what she calls the "Autism Paradox."

Elon University Social Entrepreneurs Help Black-Owned Businesses Find New Customers

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March 19, 2021

Founded by Danielle Deavens and Doug Spencer, Bold Xchange offers a convenient way to find Black-owned companies across the country and promises fast shipping, vetted products and loyalty rewards.

This Black-Owned Food Delivery Company Helps Make Black-Owned Restaurants More Competitive

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February 23, 2021

Twin brothers David and Aaron Cabello founded Black and Mobile to provide exposure for Black restaurateurs in urban communities, and their business now operates in three major cities.

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Can Virtual Reality Help Combat Negative Stereotypes?

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January 12, 2021

In NSF-funded research by Tabitha Peck and Jessica Good of Davidson College, working with female VR avatars sheds light on stereotype threat, a phenomenon in which people unwittingly fulfill negative stereotypes about their groups.

Poverty and Hunger

Alabama, Auburn Students Join Forces To Help Food-Insecure Families

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March 30, 2021

The End Child Hunger in Alabama (ECHA) County Food Guide Project connects Alabama families in crisis with food resources in their communities.

Berea College Program Serves Thousands of Free Nutritious Meals Three Days a Week to Children in Need

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February 12, 2021

A partnership between Berea College, Grow Appalachia, the USDA and the Kentucky Department of Education, Berea Kids Eat also helps keep local restaurants in business while supporting area farmers.

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President's Executive Order Will Provide More Federal Aid for Anti-Hunger Nonprofits

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February 10, 2021

President Biden has directed FEMA to increase its share of funds supporting nonprofit/restaurant partnerships that address food insecurity, ensuring more free meals can be delivered to people in need while also saving jobs for restaurant employees.

UVA Pediatric Team Works to Bring Fresh, Healthy Foods to Families in Need

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January 25, 2021

A food insecurity project, spearheaded by UVA pediatric surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Gander in partnership with Local Food Hub's Fresh Farmacy program, also aims to help combat childhood obesity.

Berry College Partners With Homeless Shelter to Train Urban Farmers

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January 7, 2021

Berry College's environmental science and studies students will also work alongside shelter residents in the gardens and farm to provide fresh produce for the shelters’ dinners.

LMU Students Lead Drive to Help Address Food Insecurity During the Holidays

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December 8, 2020

Lincoln Memorial University students donated a total of 1,561 cans and 77 decorated Thanksgiving meal boxes in a late-November food drive for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.

Health and Wellness

UA Nursing Student Focuses on Taking Care of the Underserved in Birmingham

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April 22, 2021

LaDarryl Banks, who graduates from the University of Alabama's Capstone College of Nursing RN Mobility (RN to BSN) program this May, pursued a career in nursing because he has always been a natural empath and caregiver.

These Mercer University Student Volunteers Have Administered Thousands of COVID-19 Vaccines

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March 25, 2021

"I’ve given so many shots, but I’ve never given a shot that made me feel like I was actually, really changing lives,” said one student in the physician assistant program in Mercer's College of Health Professions.

Ole Miss Pharmacy Professor Helps the Underserved of the Mississippi Delta

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February 27, 2021

Through her work with the Mississippi Delta Health Collaborative, Meagan Brown shows that pharmacists can make a real difference for patients dealing with cardiometabolic diseases.

Nursing Students at Tennessee Wesleyan University Volunteering to Boost Vaccination Efforts

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February 17, 2021

More than 30 TWU student and faculty volunteers have dedicated 250-plus hours of service at Covenant Health locations around Knoxville, Tenn. in the fight against the pandemic.

UVA Pediatric Team Works to Bring Fresh, Healthy Foods to Families in Need

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January 25, 2021

A food insecurity project, spearheaded by UVA pediatric surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Gander in partnership with Local Food Hub's Fresh Farmacy program, also aims to help combat childhood obesity.

New Research Division at Duke University Merges AI With Medical Science

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January 21, 2021

The Division of Artificial Intelligence and Computational Pathology, a joint project between Duke's engineering and medical schools, will support research to develop artificial intelligence technologies for better diagnosing and predicting cancer and other diseases.

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