If you are interesting in social change, then you need to learn about human rights activist Kimmie Weeks. I had the pleasure of hearing Mr. Weeks speak at U of M in October and his incredible story blew me away. The event was organized by fellow U-M student group Youth Hope Organization (YHO). A native [...]

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President Barack Obama was awarded the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize this past Friday. In his acceptance speak, he described his own reaction as “surprised and deeply humbled,” and explained how he views the prize as a catalyst for a greater worldwide movement to confront the challenges of the 21st century. In his words: “I know [...]

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