Safe Campuses Now has had numerous volunteers that have donated their time and efforts during school to make a difference.  We like to keep track and give credit to those who have spent some time working with SCN in the past.  Our list of Alumnus includes volunteers, interns, student directors and board members.

Favorite things:
Reading, traveling, and crocheting.  I love animals, especially big dogs, and I love spending time with my family and friends.

Why are you involved with SCN?
I first learned of SCN through my career services consultant. SCN was searching for spring interns and she suggested I check into the organization to see if it was a good fit for me. After submitting my resume and interviewing with Executive Director, Keith Sims, I was brought on board to assist with the funding and grant writing aspects of the organization.

My first few months at SCN were exciting, informative and FUN! I learned so much in such a short time, and I began taking my personal safety much more seriously. The combination of personal stories and innovative programs led me to encourage my friends and peers to come check out our events.

A leadership position became available during the next semester, and I felt I was ready to handle the responsibilities and challenges of the position. This December will mark my second year with SCN. I have stayed with the organization because I truly believe in the mission and the people that I work with.

"I look forward to seeing how Safe Campuses Now will morph and adapt in the future, and I hope that the work we accomplish this year will be a good foundation for those changes!"

"I interned at SCN during Spring and Summer Semesters 2004. Served as Self Defense Class Coordinator and assisted with other special projects and events (Freshmen Orientation, etc.) Undoubtedly the best internship experience I could ever ask for. At SCN I gained valuable experience by working hands-on to plan and implement programs, not just stuffing envelopes and sitting idly by like at other internships. The friends and contacts I made while at SCN are priceless.  Plus, working at SCN was so much fun! I firmly believe that every community needs an organization like SCN and I feel very fortunate that I am able to continue to use SCN as a resource in my daily career."

Lauren Lester
Health Educator, State of Georgia Division of Public Health, Office of Adolescent Health & Youth Development

"My two years at SCN were full of fun and many valuable experiences that gave me the skills to succeed in a corporate environment and to continue spreading the message of safety. When I left Safe Campuses, I left with new friends, many good memories and an armory of important information that I'll never stop sharing."

Sarah Claghorn Robinson
Employee Communications Specialist, Human Resources Department at EarthLink

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Davia L. Mosley
Copy Editor, Layout Designer, and Freelance Writer in Atlanta, GA

"I had the privilege of completing two internships with Safe Campuses Now (SCN). I chose SCN as my destination for my first internship because I had heard such great things about SCN and an internship was a requirement of my major in Health Promotion. I chose SCN yet again for my Educational Marketing internship because I knew I would have numerous opportunities to develop my marketing portfolio and network at SCN events. I had such an awesome experience with SCN. Keith Sims is absolutely amazing! She is dedicated, works wonderfully with students, and is always willing to provide guidance in any situation. I feel lucky to have been given the opportunity to work with her and SCN. Working with SCN opened my eyes as a new college student to the awareness of safety issues on the University of Georgia's campus and in the Athens community as well as in my own professional growth. SCN contributes to our campus and community in such a great way. I want to thank Mrs. Sims for her enormous heart and dedication to the organization. She truly is an inspiration!"

Sarah Elizabeth Warren
Program Coordinator of Event Management for the Athletic Association at the University of Georgia

"I became an IT intern for Safe Campuses Now in February of 2002 and later became the IT Chair when the Executive Board was created. Being part of Safe Campuses Now was one of the most memorable and rewarding parts of my college experience. Not only did I gain valuable knowledge and experience working on the web site but working towards the mission of making our community safer was extremely rewarding. I could not have asked for a better group of people to work with. Keith Sims is an awesome boss and one of the most dedicated and hardest working people I know. I feel extremely lucky to have been part of such an outstanding organization."

Benaiah Morgan
Associate Web Developer
Digital Insight, an Intuit Company, Athens, GA

"I began volunteering at SCN in the Fall of 2003.  I assisted with poster campaigns, fundraisers, articles, and more.  My best memory of SCN was probably pretending to be dead at the funeral home in Cleveland. I got to meet a bunch of great folks and see the darker side of what happens late night in Athens."

"I am currently working in Athens for a local real estate builder/developer.  I am also looking to apply to a few MBA schools for next year."

Jeff Koon
Carriage House Reality

Addie Watt
Human Resources Assistant
Yellowstone General Stores-West Yellowstone, MT

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