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Wofford College's Environmental Studies Department Celebrates a "Decade of Ruggedness"

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December 31, 2019

The interdisciplinary nature of the school's Environmental Studies major sets Wofford apart from other institutions of higher learning.

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Heather Mount

High Student Voter Turnout Earns Award for Winthrop University

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December 19, 2019

The Sullivan Foundation partner school trained campus ambassadors to push voting and voter registration for the 2018 midterm elections.

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Campus Recycling Program Makes Comeback at Saint Leo University

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December 18, 2019

After closing down its program due to contaminated bins a few years ago, the Sullivan Foundation partner school has made huge strides in recycling and waste reduction in 2019.

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Furman University Wins Award for Green Buildings

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December 17, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council Carolinas honored the Sullivan Foundation partner school for its innovative, high-performance buildings constructed with sustainability in mind.

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Reducing Carbon Emissions: Duke Professor Recommends Strategy to Break Political Stalemate

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December 13, 2019

Tim Profeta suggested a federal/state partnership approach to reducing carbon emissions, with individual states developing their own solutions to climate change.

University of the Cumberlands Collects 21,764 Pounds of Food for Local Pantries

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December 13, 2019

The 2019 food drive exceeded last year's total by more than 7,000 pounds.

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Jordan Kassalow: Social Entrepreneurs Serve People, Not Problems

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March 18, 2019

The founder of VisionSpring talks about the origin of his global eyewear company and the need to "build a movement" while following your heart.

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Campbell University Student Discovers Power of Creative Placemaking During Field Trip to Chattanooga

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March 15, 2019

The planned Campbell Create project illustrates how Sullivan events empower college students to channel their youthful energy, ambition and ideas into positive action.

New Study Suggests Grameen America's Microloan Model Works for Female Entrepreneurs

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March 15, 2019

Grameen America believes women can "serve as powerful economic engines in their communities."

Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary

Patterson Foundation Helps Five Sarasota Nonprofits Develop Alternate Revenue Streams

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March 14, 2019

The organizations received more than $190,000 in matching funds to launch moneymaking ventures that will help them better fund their missions.

New Artist-Run Hotel Aims to Revitalize Struggling Mississippi Delta Town

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March 11, 2019

The Travelers Hotel will serve as a hub for the arts in Clarksdale, Miss. while attracting tourists interested in the area's legendary blues music scene.

Little Bags, Big Impact

This Teenage Social Entrepreneur Is Philadelphia's Queen of the Clutch Handbag

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March 8, 2019

"Even though I’m little, I have visions of my business growing big," says the 14-year-old founder of Little Bags, Big Impact.

Education and Community Development

University of the Cumberlands Offers Free Textbooks to On-Campus Undergraduates

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September 5, 2019

The loaner textbook policy is part of the Cumberlands Commitment, which also reduced on-campus tuition by 57 percent this year.

Randolph-Macon College

Randolph-Macon College Breaks New-Student and Overall Enrollment Records

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August 16, 2019

For the first time in R-MC's history, the total enrollment number will exceed 1,500 when classes start on Sept. 2.

Bekah Howard

Mercer University Students Make Reading Fun for Kids in Freedom School Program

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August 14, 2019

The Freedom School program helps rising first- through third-graders improve their reading skills and learn self-empowerment.

Berea College, Alice Lloyd College Recognized as Tuition-Free Work Colleges

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August 7, 2019

The Sullivan partner schools are two of only three colleges that offer free tuition in exchange for working.

Rollins Named No. 1 College in the South

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August 6, 2019

College Consensus recognized Rollins as one of the best colleges in Florida for its study-abroad experiences and emphasis on service and community engagement.

Elon University

Elon Buddies Program Receives Governor's Award for Volunteer Service

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July 11, 2019

The program pairs Elon undergraduates with special-needs students at Alamance Community College.

Service, Social Entrepreneurship, and Changemaking News Across the American Southeast

Sullivan Connections

Wofford College's Environmental Studies Department Celebrates a "Decade of Ruggedness"

High Student Voter Turnout Earns Award for Winthrop University

Campus Recycling Program Makes Comeback at Saint Leo University

Furman University Wins Award for Green Buildings

Reducing Carbon Emissions: Duke Professor Recommends Strategy to Break Political Stalemate

University of the Cumberlands Collects 21,764 Pounds of Food for Local Pantries

Sullivan Stars

Sullivan Alumni Spotlight

Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Jordan Kassalow: Social Entrepreneurs Serve People, Not Problems

Campbell University Student Discovers Power of Creative Placemaking During Field Trip to Chattanooga

New Study Suggests Grameen America's Microloan Model Works for Female Entrepreneurs

Patterson Foundation Helps Five Sarasota Nonprofits Develop Alternate Revenue Streams

New Artist-Run Hotel Aims to Revitalize Struggling Mississippi Delta Town

This Teenage Social Entrepreneur Is Philadelphia's Queen of the Clutch Handbag

Education and Community Development

University of the Cumberlands Offers Free Textbooks to On-Campus Undergraduates

Randolph-Macon College Breaks New-Student and Overall Enrollment Records

Mercer University Students Make Reading Fun for Kids in Freedom School Program

Berea College, Alice Lloyd College Recognized as Tuition-Free Work Colleges

Rollins Named No. 1 College in the South

Elon Buddies Program Receives Governor's Award for Volunteer Service

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