TOMS Shoes, the popular company that gives away a pair of shoes to a child in need for each pair purchased, is asking people to go “One Day Without Shoes” today to experience life without shoes first-hand.
Read MoreMentoring America’s Youth
There are 10 million children in America who could benefit from interacting with a mentor, said Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) CEO Karen Mathis in a speech Thursday at the Clinton School.
Read MoreBuilding the Rock Island Railroad Bridge
The Clinton Presidential Center announced today that the U.S. Economic Development Administration will provide a $2 million grant for the renovation of the Rock Island Railroad Bridge just north of the Clinton School.
Read MoreRemembering Jackie Robinson
Sharon Robinson, daughter of the late baseball legend Jackie Robinson, discussed her father’s life and baseball career Tuesday at the Clinton School.
Read MoreWal-Mart Associates Visit
Several Clinton School students met with a group of Wal-Mart Associates today to discuss public service and the Clinton School’s work.
Read MoreMore Capstone Presentations
Two more Clinton School students will present their final projects today at Sturgis Hall. With graduation steadily approaching, member of the Class of 2010 are finishing their work. Here’s today’s presentations:
Read MoreGender Violence Expert Speaks
Men should be more proactive to work to reduce violence against women in society, said gender violence expert Jackson Katz in a Clinton School speech Monday.
Read MoreA Commitment Honored
After 32 years with a beard, Clinton School associate dean Mike Hemphill shaved today to honor a commitment he made to Clinton School students who met their target of raising more than $5,000 for the American Cancer Society’s upcoming Relay for Life.
Read MoreThis Week at the Clinton School
A list of events this week at the Clinton School:
Jackson Katz, expert on gender violence prevention education
Monday, April 5, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. (Sturgis Hall)
– Internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in gender violence prevention education with men and boys, Katz will give a lecture titled, “More Than a Few Good Men: A Lecture on American Manhood and Violence Against Women.”
Ivey’s Speech on 60 Minutes
In its story “Going Smokeless,” the CBS Sunday news program examined these new products and their health impact. Click here to watch the piece. The Clinton School clip is at the 7:30 mark of the story. Here’s Ivey’s speech at the Clinton School lecture:
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