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Sullivan Foundation, Real Leaders Magazine to Develop Leadership Program, Courses and Internships for College Students

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March 3, 2021

Real Leaders is the world’s first sustainable business and leadership magazine that aims to inspire better leaders for a better world.

Shenandoah University, Sullivan Foundation Partner to Educate Next Generation of Servant Leaders

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March 2, 2021

The foundation’s Sullivan Scholarship Program and Sullivan Awards align perfectly with Shenandoah’s values and commitment to servant leadership.

A 'Try Something' Mindset Links Sullivan Foundation and Campbell University

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March 2, 2021

Dating back to 1974, the collaboration between the Sullivan Foundation and partner school Campbell University, located in Buies Creek, N.C., is “a story that needs to be told,” says one Campbell official.

Leading Changemakers Headline Sullivan Foundation's Ignite Masterclasses During March

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March 2, 2021

The March slate features guests Sam Vaghar of the Millennium Campus Network, Cornetta Lane and Ryan Pearson of the Detroit Narrative Agency and Jordan Reeves of VideoOut.

Alexis Taylor Discusses Systems Thinking and Changemaking in Feb. 25 Ignite Masterclass

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February 19, 2021

Taylor, a member of the Global Shapers Community, will share how to approach systems thinking and apply it to a multitude of settings, from launching social ventures to engaging as a local activist.

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UN Youth Observer Dustin Liu Talks About Localizing SDGs in Next Ignite Masterclass

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February 10, 2021

With a focus on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Dustin Liu will share his experiences and ideas for inspiring young Americans to spark global social change at the local level in the Feb. 17 Ignite Masterclass.

Sullivan Stars

Dewey and Barbara Trogdon, Berenice Fuentes Juarez Honored With Sullivan Awards from Guilford College

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June 23, 2020

The Trogdons are longtime benefactors of Guilford College, while Juarez is an accomplished servant leader who helps "get people excited about the work" in the classroom.

The Run for Black Lives: Josh Nadzam Raises Funds for NAACP in 26-Mile Marathon

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June 18, 2020

The cofounder of On the Move Art Studio and a 2012 Sullivan Award winner at the University of Kentucky, Nadzam believes "an injustice to one is an injustice to all."

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Sullivan Award Winner Justala Simpson of Huntingdon College Prepares for Career in Ministry

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June 17, 2020

Simpson, the daughter of two pastors, has received a full-tuition President Scholarship to continue her education at the Candler School of Theology at Emory University this fall.

Olivia Gouldin, Kyle Hooven and Barry Schnoor Honored With Sullivan Awards at Shenandoah University

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June 15, 2020

Gouldin is recognized for her "incomparable sense of compassion," while Hooven strives to make the world "a more just place for marginalized communities."

Rhodes College Presents Two Students, Community Leader With Sullivan Awards

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June 3, 2020

Sullivan Foundation partner school Rhodes College has conferred…

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Steffi Kong, Winner of the Sullivan Award at Converse College, "Excels at Everything She Does"

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May 29, 2020

Growing up in her native Singapore, Steffi Kong beat SARS and the swine flu and now has her sights set on a career in psychiatry.

Sullivan Alumni Spotlight

Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Leading Angel Investment Group Creates Affiliate Group for Members of Sullivan Foundation Network

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September 1, 2020

VentureSouth, co-directed by 1999 Sullivan Award winner Matt Dunbar, offers opportunity to invest in innovative startups that will drive the American South’s economy.

Wofford College Student Entrepreneurs Complete Summer Accelerator Program

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August 31, 2020

Led by Tyler Senecal, the Summer Accelerator helps students launch business ventures and social enterprises by providing them with key resources, support and structure.

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Pioneer of Slow Money Movement Launches Beetcoin to Boost Small, Local Farms

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August 28, 2020

Beetcoin lets individuals without deep pockets invest in local farms and food startups committed to sustainable farming and doing the right things for the planet.

Leading CEOs Propose Roadmap to Building a Purpose-First Economy

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August 19, 2020

The goal is to create an inclusive and sustainable post-COVID economy that benefits society, the planet and shareholders for generations.

Entrepreneur Honors Black-Owned Businesses Threatened by COVID-19 Pandemic

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August 18, 2020

Mandy Bowman, founder of Official Black Wall Street, has teamed with Snapchat to offer three cash-based awards to leading black entrepreneurs around the country.

Camila Coelho Launches Line of Sustainable Beauty Products

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August 17, 2020

The popular social media influencer has developed the Elaluz brand of cosmetics using responsibly sourced ingredients from her native Brazil.

Education and Community Development

Bellarmine University Creating New Center to Ensure Success for Student Veterans

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February 12, 2021

Development of Bellarmine's Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success will be funded by a three-year, $390,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

UN Youth Observer Dustin Liu Talks About Localizing SDGs in Next Ignite Masterclass

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February 10, 2021

With a focus on the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Dustin Liu will share his experiences and ideas for inspiring young Americans to spark global social change at the local level in the Feb. 17 Ignite Masterclass.

2021 Ashoka U Exchange Slated for March 16-19

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February 5, 2021

Co-hosted by George Mason University, this year's event will bring together hundreds of faculty, staff, students and thought leaders to accelerate social innovation and changemaking through higher education.

Changemakers Return to Inspire Students in Sullivan's Masterclasses and Skills-Based Sessions

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February 2, 2021

The new semester brings new ideas and insights for change-minded college students, faculty and staff through virtual workshops and classes hosted by the Sullivan Foundation.

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Auburn Alumnus Gen. Lloyd Austin Confirmed as First Black Secretary of Defense

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January 25, 2021

Retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin III rose among the ranks and broke down barriers through his four decades of service, including becoming the first African-American general officer to command an entire theater of war.

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MBU Alum Brings "Journey Inward, Journey Outward" Philosophy to White House

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January 21, 2021

For Christian Peele, a multifaceted life in the ministry, business and social impact sectors helped prepare her for two positions under President Obama, and now she has been tapped for a key role in the Biden-Harris administration.

Environment and Climate

University of Montevallo's Outdoor Scholars Program Set to Grow in Fall 2020

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August 17, 2020

The program, which focuses on stewardship and wildlife conservation, also offers coursework on outdoors and the environment, among other topics.

Small Group of Volunteers Lead Charge to Get Rid of Plastic Straws in Jackson, Wyoming

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August 5, 2020

About 45 restaurants have committed to reducing or eliminating single-use plastics, with a nudge from a five-member group called Straw Free Jackson Hole.

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Auburn Chemistry Professor's Research Aims to Make More Efficient Use of Solar Energy

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August 4, 2020

To improve solar batteries, Byron Farnum said he wants to "come up with new and clever ways of designing molecules so they can store more energy."

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Duke's Imari Walker Uses YouTube to Explain Dangers of Plastic Water Bottles in Entertaining Fashion

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July 7, 2020

Walker, a future environmental engineer, has a knack for explaining the problem of plastics in accessible terms—and for dispelling myths and misconceptions about environmental issues.

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UK's Better Nature Becomes World's First Plastic-Neutral Meat-Alternative Company

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June 29, 2020

Until the company can reduce its own plastic usage, it’s working with rePurpose Global to contribute to the removal of the same amount of plastic from the environment that it uses.

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"We're All Sea Creatures": Dr. Sylvia Earle Explains Why the Oceans Are Crucial to Economic Prosperity

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June 17, 2020

The prominent marine biologist believes businesses can play an important role in defending the oceans while creating jobs and promoting economic development.

Social Justice and Equality

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Professor and Student at Washington and Lee Co-Direct Domestic Violence Documentary

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September 21, 2020

Stephanie Sandberg and Nolan Zunk are putting the finishing touches on "Intimate Violence," a 102-minute documentary that weaves together survivor stories with expert interviews to take a close look at domestic violence in America.

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Chicago Restaurateurs Celebrate Women's Restaurant Week August 26-31

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August 25, 2020

The event, which kicks off on Women's Equality Day, showcases women-owned restaurants in the Chicago area.

Rise and Thrive: Inspiring and Mentoring Teen Girls to Become Leaders

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July 21, 2020

Ashley Lucas and Ashley Koranteng, both alumni from George Mason University, founded the nonprofit because they wanted to help girls navigate the challenges and perils of growing up while finding their own voices.

Shenandoah SGA President: "We Really Have the Power to Make Change"

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July 20, 2020

A combat veteran who served in Afghanistan, De'Angelo Wynn came home with PTSD and has fought his way back to health while becoming a campus changemaker at Shenandoah University.

Guilford College Art Professor’s Paintings Capture Plight of Systemic Racism

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June 30, 2020

Antoine Williams recently auctioned his mixed-media work, inspired by Casey Gerald's "There Will Be No Miracles Here," on Instagram in support of racial justice and the Black Lives Matter movement.

The Run for Black Lives: Josh Nadzam Raises Funds for NAACP in 26-Mile Marathon

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June 18, 2020

The cofounder of On the Move Art Studio and a 2012 Sullivan Award winner at the University of Kentucky, Nadzam believes "an injustice to one is an injustice to all."

Poverty and Hunger

this photo illustrates the problem of affordable drinking water for the poor in the U.S.

Duke University: U.S. Needs to Rethink Its Patchwork of Community Water Systems

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May 4, 2020

"States should consider equalizing resources across water systems to counter the legacy of racism and segregation, as we have done in public school funding,” said Dr. Megan Mullin.

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"Pledge My Check" Campaign Asks Americans to Donate Their Stimulus Checks to People in Need

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April 28, 2020

The project, co-founded by Ignite Retreat alumnus Jordan Bowman, is aimed at financially stable people who want to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Carson-Newman University's Appalachian Outreach Ministry Sees Increased Need

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April 16, 2020

But the community has rallied to support the organization, which distributes food to those in need, in the midst of the coronavirus crisis.

Ole Miss Grad Student Lends a Green Thumb to Families in Need

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April 15, 2020

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Students at West Virginia Wesleyan College Make 10,000 Meals for Rise Against Hunger

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March 11, 2020

Students from sports teams, fraternities and sororities all joined in the effort to prepare specially designed meals loaded with micronutrients.

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Elon Musk's Brother Wants to Build "Super Farm" to Address Food Insecurity

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March 9, 2020

Kimbal Musk focuses on urban vertical farming to create fresh vegetables in climate-controlled modules that can be located almost anywhere.

Health and Wellness

This College Student's Class Assignment Inspired a New Law in South Carolina

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November 17, 2020

After sharing a speech she'd written on the stigma of depression with a state representative, Gweneth Gough ended up helping him craft a bill, signed by the governor, that requires South Carolina schools to offer mental health instruction to 7th and 9th graders.

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Auburn's Valarie Thomas Leads Team Providing Free Medical Care to Patients in Ghana

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November 9, 2020

The School of Nursing professor was recently honored for her work with the Ghana Healthcare Program and for her efforts to promote diversity and inclusion on the Auburn campus.

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#NoahNation Foundation Helps Kids Fight Cancer With Medically Adapted Pajamas

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October 15, 2020

Martha DiMaria-Sileno, an EdD candidate at Lincoln Memorial University, founded the nonprofit with her husband as their son Noah fought a harrowing battle against leukemia.

Washington Adventist University Student Helped Community Battle COVID-19

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October 2, 2020

As a volunteer administering COVID-19 tests for the county's health department, Honors College student and aspiring surgeon Ava Abtahi worked shifts lasting as long as 12-14 hours.

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Auburn Alumni Association Launches Buy-One, Give-One COVID-19 Mask Initiative

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September 27, 2020

When an Auburn alumnus buys one of the limited-edition masks, a mask will be donated to an underserved community in Alabama.

Lincoln Memorial University Professor Makes 300-Plus COVID-19 Masks for DAR Project

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September 22, 2020

Pebworth, a professor of sport and exercise science at LMU, watched YouTube videos to perfect her mask-sewing technique and then set to work with fun prints like license plates and candy corn.

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