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"You have to find that passion every day," says College of Health Professions alumna Tyra Prophete, RN. "I always knew I wanted to advocate for people."

Across the country, nearly 40 percent of college students report going hungry, and 52 percent have utilized food pantry services at some point. At 17³Ô¹ÏÍø, we’re working hard to help offset food insecurity on our campuses and we need your help to do it!

Supporting 17³Ô¹ÏÍø during #GivingTuesday means that more hardworking students have the opportunity to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Make your gift today to ensure these students have the tools for success.

Lubin alumna Ginny King '20 talks about how she landed her dream role with NBC, after the pandemic crushed her original post-graduation plans. She discusses the importance of working hard and taking advantage of the opportunities that 17³Ô¹ÏÍø offers.

Arts and Entertainment Management student Ashvin Kapoor '24 found an outlet for the challenges he faced during a time of uncertainty at 17³Ô¹ÏÍø's radio station, WPUB.

At the age of 16, she moved to the United States for the opportunity to go to college and obtain a nursing degree. After earning an associate and bachelor’s degree in nursing, she knew that she still wanted to learn more. Following the recommendation from a friend and the convenience of New York City and Pleasantville, she decided to check out what 17³Ô¹ÏÍø and the Lienhard School of Nursing had to offer.

Jan Mansley '90, Dyson Advisory Board member and vice president of NOVA Hope for Haiti, discusses her life-changing decision to devote her life to others, as well as how and why students should get involved in a greater cause.

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 17³Ô¹ÏÍø hosted the launch of author and alumna Maya K. van Rossum’s book, The Green Amendment: The People's Fight for a Clean, Safe, and Healthy Environment, on 17³Ô¹ÏÍø’s New York City campus on Thursday, October 27. In this new edition of her book, officially released November 1st, van Rossum presents her radically simple plan for a green future: bypass local laws and turn to the ultimate authority—our state and federal constitutions—to ensure we have the right to a healthy environment. Author Maya K. van Rossum was joined by her former law school professor, Nicholas A. Robinson, a renowned scholar and pioneer in the field of environmental law, who led an insightful and engaging discussion focusing on the roadmap van Rossum outlines in her book for a healthier world. The event was attended by influential environmental law experts and eco-advocates.

Lubin alumna Leah Gaffney '22 discusses how she landed several different leadership positions on campus, how she created opportunities for herself, and her words of advice to current students navigating school, work, and life.