A graduate student conducted research to help Imbuto Foundation implement the Early Childhood Development policy that was passed by the Rwanda government in September 2011.
Read MoreStudent Kathleen Brophy Works to Improve Justice and Transparency in Uganda’s Oil Sector
Second year graduate student, Kathleen Brophy of Ellicott City, Md. completed a seven-month term as interim Extractive Industries Program Officer for Transparency International-Uganda working to strengthen civil society capacity in the country regarding issues of transparency and accountability in Uganda’s emerging oil and gas sector.
Read MoreStudent Gregg Potter Assesses South Africa’s Ability to Provide Safety for LGBTI Asylum-Seekers
Life for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) people living in Africa is difficult. Recently countries such as Uganda, Nigeria, and Malawi have created laws that more severely persecute these people. In response, South Africa has committed to aid persecuted people in LGBTI communities.
Read MoreStudent Marisa Nelson Presents at IMPACT Conference
The following blog post was written by Clinton School student Marisa Nelson on her experience at the IMPACT Conference this year.
Read MoreStudents Reflect on Attending Clinton Global Initiative University
While sitting in an auditorium surrounded by 1500 people coming together to make the world a better place, we were so inspired and called to action March 21-23, 2014, at the Clinton Global Initiative University Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona. Here is what we felt was most compelling about the CGI U Meeting:
Read MoreClinton School Alum to Offer Two-day Sustainability Reporting Training Course in Little Rock
Clinton School alum Nancy Mancilla will return to Little Rock to teach a two-day sustainability reporting training course. The course is free to Clinton School students and alum, but others are encouraged to register for this opportunity.
Read MoreClinton School Students Present Plan to Advance Entrepreneurial Development in Crittenden County
Over the past eight months, students visited twelve existing business support organizations, interviewing experts in the field and examining key attributes, procedures, and practices. Additionally, the team conducted a series of meetings with community members and elected officials to determine the assets and needs of Crittenden County.
Read MoreStudent Gregg Potter Presents at IMPACT Conference
The IMPACT conference featured over 90 workshops spanning all levels beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Workshop categories spanned everything from alternative breaks and service learning to leadership and professional development and faith in service. The conference drew more than 700 students, administrators, national service organizations, and non-profit leaders.
Read MoreClinton School Student Kayla Brooks Presents at IMPACT Conference
Clinton School student Kayla Brooks (’14) recently presented at the 30th IMPACT Conference in Valparaiso, IN at Valparaiso University. Her workshop entitled “Fierce & Fearless: The Importance of Women in Politics” highlighted the need for female involvement in politics and methods to get started.
Read MorePublic Programs in April
Mayor Mark Stodola will join more than 1,000 mayors across the country in a day of recognition to highlight the impact of national service on city challenges.
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