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Shark Tank 2018 – Concept Notes
On October 18, 2018
Adapted from original article by Sara K. Eskridge. Shark Tank is a research competition where students pitch international policy-relevant concepts to a panel of judges,
The Kids Are All Right: How Millennials Running for Public Office Restores My Hope
On September 26, 2018
Williamsburg may have one of the strongest claims as America’s earliest, sleepy college town. The city was founded in 1632 as Middle Plantation and
Learning to listen: Community engagement in Uganda
On September 20, 2018
By Emily Mudd ’19 Once upon a time, along the banks of the Zambezi River, a development project focused on tomato cultivation failed hilariously
Hike & Seek: The Global Search for Happiness
On August 20, 2018
Guest blogger Cameron How ’20 provides a reflection on ten timeless life lessons based on his time walking the Camino as part of a
Civil Rights Leader Honored at Active Citizens Conference
On March 9, 2018
Guest blogger Alexander Nocks’ reflection on the impact of Barbara Johns, civic rights leader, as described at the 2018 Active Citizens Conference. The Active
Lead with Humility
On March 8, 2018
Guest blogger Cameron How writes about his perspective on leading with humility. To me, humility is generated from confidence in one’s own values, beliefs,
Advancing Democratic Engagement
On March 6, 2018
William & Mary’s history gives us a unique perspective on the importance and meaning of civic engagement and public service in a democracy. Often
A Look Inside: Mason Investment Club
On March 3, 2018
With all the ‘grown-up’ decisions that must be made in college, selecting a major is arguably one of the most difficult. My fascination for
How to get a leadership position in a club during orientation weekend
On January 3, 2018
Becoming the leader of any club requires time. So, it is difficult to imagine how a freshman could become the leader of a club