Georgia Southern University: Recent Georgia Southern Graduate Named "Volunteer Of The Year"

Savannah GA

02 June, 2022

5:18 PM

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Press release from Georgia Southern University: June 2, 2022 Soon after graduating, a Georgia Southern University graduate is receiving attention for her expertise and is being recognized for making an impact in her community. "I've always been called 'the mom' of the group of my friends," said Ashley Rutland, a recent Georgia Southern alumna. "I'm always the one taking care of everyone. I feel like it's just what's inside me. I grew up helping others, so why not do it for everyone?" Rutland has always had the drive to make close connections with those who have disorders related to communication. Her younger sister has Down syndrome, and that spurred her passion to communicate and connect with those with special needs. Rutland began volunteering with the Savannah Speech & Hearing Center in January of 2021. She committed more than 90 hours helping with community hearing screenings, fundraising, administrative duties, and scheduling other Georgia Southern volunteers. This press release was produced by Georgia Southern University. The views expressed here are the author's own.