National Campus Compact has announced the 218 students chosen to receive the 2016 Newman Civic Fellows Award, including 5 fellows from North Carolina colleges and universities.
This award honors the late Frank Newman, one of Campus Compact’s founders and a tireless advocate for the civic engagement of higher education.
“We are fortunate to have the opportunity to celebrate such an extraordinary group of students,” said Campus Compact president Andrew Seligsohn. “We are seeing a resurgence in student interest in acting to create lasting social change, and this year’s Newman Civic Fellows exemplify that commitment.”
In the spirit of Dr. Newman’s leadership, Campus Compact member presidents and chancellors were encouraged to nominate undergraduate or graduate students who are proven leaders with both the motivation and ability to make substantial contributions toward public problem solving for this special recognition.
The five students from North Carolina schools to be recognized are:
- Elon University – Kenneth Brown
- High Point University – Melanie Maldonado
- Meredith College – Molly Smerko
- UNC Asheville – Karmen Kurtz
- UNC Charlotte – Erin Coggins
Campus Compact 2016 Newman Civic Fellows will represent their higher education institution in a national group of student leaders. These students will receive an award certificate and an invitation to join the Newman Civic Fellows online network. They will also be featured prominently on the Campus Compact national website and, in many cases, invited to participate in state-specific activities.
Support for the 2016 Newman Civic Fellows Award comes from the KPMG Foundation and Newman’s Own Foundation.
Congratulations to our North Carolina Newman Civic Fellows and thanks for your work across our state!