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Giving Back is the New Black—Four Practicals [Part 2 of 2]

September 4, 2019

News, Perspective, Uncategorized, Volunteers

ADVOCACY Advocacy is another avenue of giving back. We need people to be more than just politically charged, but willing to share feedback or new ideas with local and state policy makers. No matter your political leanings, you can see the power of advocacy in the most recent SC for Ed story. WHY ADVOCATE?…

Giving Back is the New Black—Four Practicals [Part 1 of 2]

September 3, 2019

News, Perspective, Volunteers

Sharing four points on volunteerism—starting with statistics and ending with practicals—because it’s time to answer the question that’s on everyone’s mind: “…but how do you actually get involved?” WHY VOLUNTEER? Volunteering connects us to our communities, forces us to see new perspectives, gives us a sense of purpose, aligns our passions with our time,…

Intern Spotlight – Lauren Heimberg

August 8, 2019

Intern Insights

Lauren Heimberg is a rising senior at Furman University where she is majoring in Public Health with 2 minors: Poverty Studies and Health, Medicine & Culture. She also has a concentration in Policy. Earlier this summer, we asked Lauren a series of questions to learn more about her. Read on! What are your plans after…

Intern Spotlight – Sam Johnson

July 26, 2019

Intern Insights

Sam Johnson will graduate from Furman University in May 2020 with a degree in Spanish and a minor in Poverty Studies. This summer, we asked Sam a series of questions to learn more about him. Read on! What are your plans after college? I hope to attend law school. What would be your dream job?…

Intern Spotlight – Jordan Harris

July 19, 2019

Intern Insights

Jordan Harris is a rising senior at Furman University and is pursuing a double-major in Urban Studies and Politics & International Affairs. We asked Jordan a series of questions – some fun and some serious – to learn more about him and why he chose to intern at United Ministries this summer. What are your…

Intern Spotlight – Adyson Davis

July 3, 2019

Intern Insights

Adyson Davis is a student at Lander University where she is currently majoring in Elementary Education. She plans to graduate in 2021/2022. We asked Adyson a series of questions to learn more about her and why she chose to intern at United Ministries this summer. What are your plans after college? To get my masters…

Intern Spotlight – Marie Smith

June 28, 2019

Intern Insights

Marie is a rising senior at Furman University where she is majoring in Biology and minoring in Environmental Studies. While this may not seem like the most likely pathway to an internship at United Ministries, read on to learn why Marie chose to join our ranks for the summer. What are your plans after college?…

Intern Spotlight – Allie Hargrove

June 21, 2019

Intern Insights

Allie Hargrove is a rising senior at Furman University where she is majoring in Psychology. We asked Allie (and all of our interns) a series of questions – some serious and a couple fun – to learn more about her! What are your plans after college? Upon graduation, I plan to pursue a career in…

Overcoming Barriers through Hardwork

June 3, 2019

Employment Readiness, Participant Stories - Employment Readiness

Charles entered the Employment Readiness Program at United Ministries in October of 2018 as a co-participant in the Miracle Hill Overcomers Program. Charles worked previously in small engine repair and was interested in returning to this field of work after completing his rehabilitation through Miracle Hill. Some of Charles’s initial goals included finding a job…

News

Giving Back is the New Black—Four Practicals [Part 2 of 2]

Giving Back is the New Black—Four Practicals [Part 1 of 2]

Intern Spotlight – Lauren Heimberg

Intern Spotlight – Sam Johnson

Intern Spotlight – Jordan Harris

Intern Spotlight – Adyson Davis

Intern Spotlight – Marie Smith

Intern Spotlight – Allie Hargrove

Overcoming Barriers through Hardwork

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