Clifton Garmon, Lenoir-Rhyne University, North Carolina

Clifton Garmon, a sophomore at Lenoir-Rhyne University, is a passionate student leader in the areas of diversity and justice. He is involved in several organizations on campus such the Diversity Task Force, Gospel Choir, the Campus Activities Board and the Student Government Association. Clifton is also the president of the Black Student Alliance, through which he has organized community service for the group, coordinated a peer mentor program for freshman students, and helped sponsor a quiz bowl to raise awareness for black history month. He seeks to help students realize the many characteristics and the importance of a diverse environment.