Pamplin professor honored for dedication to mentorship, community impact
“If students see their professor making an impact, it may spark the belief that they too can step forward and create change," says Clarissa Gainey.
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“If students see their professor making an impact, it may spark the belief that they too can step forward and create change," says Clarissa Gainey.

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