Christopher Newport University: Most Likely To Change The World

Newport News VA

11 May, 2022

1:10 PM

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Press release from Christopher Newport University: Briahna Switzer '23 May 10, 2022 Christopher Newport is student-led and student-driven. Our students have countless opportunities to engage in research and service to others. This meaningful work takes time and perseverance, but it's worth it. Students hone their passions and explore careers, become better leaders and change our community for the greater good. Rather than strive for common yearbook superlatives like "best dressed" or "biggest flirt," these students operate on a higher level. And there is one trait that many would be in the running for: "most likely to change the world," as you can see here. Click on each "yearbook" photo below to learn more about each student and the impact they're making on campus. As president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee and the Christopher Newport NAACP chapter, Brenton works to create opportunities for change both on and off the field. As a cofounder and president of the Asian Student Union, Cynthia aims to enhance representation on campus and educate others on topics related to Asian culture and communities. Marina created the Green Teens program, in which local teenagers pitch and implement community-led environmental projects. Tongase has been a local EMT since 2017. She is now based with the American Medical Response in Hampton. Michael Bush volunteers with the Natasha House, a transitional home for women and children experiencing homelessness. He also works with RISE Male Empowerment Network, a mentorship program for young men in Newport News Public Schools. As an undergraduate researcher under Dr. Andria Timmer, she interviewed refugees who have recently relocated to Newport News about their experiences and transition to living in a new country. She hopes to continue working with marginalized populations after graduation. As president of Captains Emergency Response Organization, Aiden partnered with Violence Intervention Prevention to implement bystander emergency response education in local schools. Srinidhi started the club WE CARE, which stands for Women Empowerment through Collaboration, Awareness, and Resources for Education. Reuben is an undergraduate researcher under Dr. Kathryn Cole, specializing in cancer research. Through her involvement with the Center for Sustainability in Education, Audrey has worked with many campus partners in reducing solid waste and single-use plastics across the university. She is currently working on projects introducing recycling education and composting programs to campus. As a Community Captain, Christopher Mojica prepares lower income and first-generation high school students for their transition to college, as well as organizes service projects. As a visual storyteller, Brandon created a short documentary about the environmental and social impacts of a large coal facility in Newport News. This press release was produced by Christopher Newport University. The views expressed here are the author's own.