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After school: The work of the heart
Nov 2, 2021
Emily Neff '14 graduated with her degree in child development and now works as a director of youth development for W.A.M.Y.'s after-school programs. R...
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App State transfer student has a ‘Head Start’ on her career
Jan 28, 2021
Kaitlyn Helton is an instructional support associate in McDowell County’s Head Start program — and is pursuing her Bachelor of Science in chi...