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Cohort 5

Jurisdiction: Apex

University: UNC-Chapel Hill

Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC

Emily Saunders is serving her fellowship with the Town of Apex. She is working with the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department on Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services. Saunders graduated with distinction from UNC-Chapel Hill, earning a bachelor’s degree in public policy with a minor in Spanish.

February 12, 2025

When Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina, leaving destruction and uncertainty in its wake, Elias Henderson didn’t hesitate to find a way to lend a hand.

February 10, 2025

Dante Pittman, a newly elected state representative for Wilson County, received a bachelor’s degree in political science from Carolina in 2018 and was an inaugural member of the UNC Institute of…

December 20, 2024

Alex Beddick’s journey from a passionate environmental science student to a dedicated public servant in Hyde County is inspiring.

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