2016

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    Simran Benipal – Taking action at home and around the world

    Simran Benipal is on a mission to make education more accessible to those in need, and encourages everyone in the community to find a cause they are passionate about and strive to make change.

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    Leading the Way

    Having witnessed first hand how some Londoners must go without, Holme wants to be sure the programs in the city supported by the United Way continue to provide necessary services.

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    Leaving an impression on the community

    For Natalie Wakabayashi, commitment to the community means going beyond writing a cheque. It’s about giving the time and engaging in her surroundings. It’s something she’s been doing since she was a teenager...

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    Putting community first

    "It's about community first. You're only as good as the community around you," said Vicki Hayter, senior development officer for the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Hayter is actively involved in community work, serving on different committees that aim to improve the community and the quality of life for those living in it...

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    The ROWE scholar program

    Eugene Wong, PhD, professor, Departments of Medical Biophysics and Oncology, found the ROWE Scholar Program, a peer-tutoring program that connects high school students who have an immediate family member battling cancer and are struggling with math and science with a Western University student tutor...

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    Making a splash in the community

    Lindsay Katchky, a third-year undergraduate student in BMSc with dreams of pursuing dentistry, volunteers for Making Waves London. The organization provides affordable and accessible swimming lessons for children that have disabilities...

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    Building homes and building hope

    Rachel Belanger finds intrinsic value in volunteering. Her studies keep her busy, but she still has time to give back to her community. She had her first volunteer experience before even setting foot on Western University's campus, building houses in the Dominican Republic...

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    Mental Health Awareness Comes Full-Circle

    Volunteering has always been an integral part of Zoe Letwin's life. As far back as she can remember she has been involved with different organizations. It took some time before finding a cause she could call her own...