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SWAG Students Reaching for Their Goals at the University of Akron
By Howard M. Harris, Jr. Today, Students With A Goal (SWAG) had a memorable day at the University of Akron. The students visited the Roo...
Howard Harris Jr.
Feb 23, 20231 min read


Embracing Tolerance and Understanding through Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's Legacy
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an inspirational leader who left a lasting legacy of peace, justice, and love. His commitment to...
Howard Harris Jr.
Jan 15, 20233 min read


Protecting Our Kids From Smartphone Addiction
As parents, it’s our job to keep our children safe. We all know the risks of having a phone in the wrong hands, but did you know that...
Howard Harris Jr.
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Welcoming Students to SWAG on 9/28/2021
Students With A Goal (SWAG) is beginning our 2021-2022 program year on September 28th . The staff worked hard last year to adapt to the...
Cathy Leuenberger
Sep 23, 20211 min read


End of Academic School Year Celebration
It has been a long year, full of challenges and unknowns, so celebrate a job well done for our students, SWAG took our students to Fun N'...
Eric Nelson
Aug 8, 20211 min read


Final Forum: Racism in Our Government
That's a wrap! Last night SWAG hosted the final forum in our Racism in Our Youth series and our students showed out. I only wish that all...
Eric Nelson
Jul 30, 20212 min read


A Growing Relationship
In recent months, SWAG has worked with OpenM to strengthen our partnership. You may remember that last month we participated in the...
Eric Nelson
Jul 23, 20212 min read
Racism in Our Workplaces
Kent State College students rocked the house last night! Continuing with our series on racism in our youth, the Kent State College...
Eric Nelson
Jul 16, 20212 min read


About Last Night: Kenmore's First Friday
Each month, Kenmore Neighborhood Alliance host an event called First Friday. This event is from 6 PM to 9 PM on the First Friday of the...
Shaunte D. Wright
Jul 3, 20211 min read


SWAG's Summer Youth Forums: Racism in Our Schools
Last night, SWAG held the second forum in our series of four for this Summer. We again had a great turnout and are encouraged about the...
Eric Nelson
Jul 2, 20211 min read


SWAG's Summer Youth Forums
On June 17th, SWAG held the first of four forums we are hosting this Summer at Lock 3 in downtown Akron. The topic: Racism in Our Youth....
Shaunte D. Wright
Jun 18, 20212 min read


SWAG = Community Service
From time to time, I am blessed with opportunities to serve my community outside of my normal capacity. Today was such a day. SWAG Is In...
Eric Nelson
Jun 18, 20212 min read
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