Nicole Nunez ’20 a Newman Civic Fellow
August 20, 2018
Nicole Nunez
Nicole Nunez ’20 has won a Newman Civic Fellowship for her work as an advocate for social justice issues.
Nunez, a professional communications major, was recommended for the award by President Nader, who said in his nominating letter: “Her enduring enthusiasm and persistence towards the amelioration of social justice issues continues to flourish, as her long-term goal is to put her talents to use at a non-profit organization.”
Nunez practices what she preaches, as president of the Social Justice Club; co-founder of Love Over Hate; communications intern with Make the Road New York; SGA senator; and member of campus organizations including the Afro-Caribbean and Latin American student associations. She is also a RAM student and inductee into FSC’s Social Science Research Institute’s Distinguished Scholars Academy.
“Nothing makes me happier than knowing I am helping communities achieve dignity and justice, through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. I try my best to encourage others to fight for what’s right and I pledge to always shine the light on all social issues affecting all aspects of life, to provide a better tomorrow, and to aid all of those facing the dangers of inequality. I am here to strive for social justice.”
The Newman Civic Fellowship is awarded by Campus Compact, a national coalition of more than 1,000 colleges and universities committed to supporting the next generation of public problem solvers in their personal, professional, and civic growth. Recent FSC winners include Hannah Ventaloro 2017 and Kaitlyn Kennedy 2016.
