Class of 1960 Albion Community Intern Endowment

The Gerald R. Ford Institute for Leadership in Public Policy and Service is honored to receive and administer the Class of 1960 Albion College Intern Endowment (ACIE).

The ACIE was created in order to support an economically vibrant Albion community. Through experiential opportunities, Albion College students will engage firsthand in efforts to improve the economic vitality and quality of life that is so critical to the region's residents and the College. It will also enhance student living, student experiences, student earnings, and the recruitment of prospective students. The Class of 1960 establishes the Albion College Community Intern program. This program, managed by the Director of the Gerald R. Ford Institute for Leadership in Public Policy and Service at Albion College, will provide experiential learning opportunities and financial support to Albion College students in an effort to strengthen the relationship between the College and the town. The endowment's intention is threefold:

• To provide the student with experiential training which will help the student achieve success in entering the workplace;
• provide Albion College with an opportunity to support the growth and well-being of the Albion community; and
• provide an additional creative resource to the town of Albion by enlisting the help of Albion College students dedicated to marrying classroom learning with community needs.

The endowment agreement set an initial goal of $50,000, which was met on March 9, 2011. However, to make even greater strides in the Albion community, and provide experiences for more students, the ACIE Advisory Committee continues its efforts to grow the endowment. Please visit the Albion College Giving website (part of the Office of Institutional Advancement) to donate, and specify that you would like your generous contribution to be designated to the ACIE.

Watch us as we grow the ACIE from $50,000 to $100,000!

Mallory Ayotte, '16, Named ACIE Intern for 2013

"Albion is my home! What better way to give back to this wonderful community than interning with community leaders who are committed to improving the economics and quality of life right here in Albion?" That enthusiasm and dedication is typical of first-year student Mallory Ayotte, a first-year student who will work with the Downtown Development Authority and collaborate on three projects with the Albion Mayor and City Manager offices, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Bricks Street Association. Read more

ACIE Announces First Intern

Jessica Forzano, a junior from Birmingham, has always been passionate about making a difference. As a high school student Jessica founded Volunteer Africa, a nonprofit that is dedicated to bettering the lives of poverty stricken people in Africa. She organized fundraisers, book and clothing drives, and educational Africa forums. She also coordinated the efforts of 70 high school volunteers and oversaw over 400 hours of volunteer service. Jessica has continued that passion as a student at Albion College. A Social Studies major with an Elementary Education concentration, she has been active in the Albion Public Schools, mentoring students at Herrington Elementary and serving as a teacher for Junior Achievements. Jessica also holds leadership positions with her sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta. After graduation she would like to continue to make a difference as an elementary teacher.

As the first Albion Community Intern Endowment recipient, Jessica is in her placement with the Albion Public School District. Working with district Superintendent Dr. Bobbi Morehead, Jessica is involved with a new public relations effort and other activities that seek to enhance enrollment and performance in the schools.