Lehigh University: Alumni

 

     

 

 

C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition
www.fightcolorectalcancer.org

C3's mission is to work to eliminate suffering and death due to colorectal cancer.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Mary L. Cottingham '90

Camp Laurel
www.camplaurel.org

Camp Laurel's mission is to provide educational and support programs to children, youth and families affected by or living with HIV/AIDS.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Brian Woolford '80

Daniel Barli '02
www.conquerleukemia.net

Daniel Barli is a 2002 Lehigh graduate who was diagnosed with chronic myleoid leukemia (CML) in 2003. After successful treatment in 2003, Daniel's leukemia went into remission, during which time he was able to graduate from Seton Hall University School of Law, receiving his J.D. in May of 2008. He has recently learned that his leukemia has returned, and that he must undergo a risky bone marrow transplant procedure to defeat the disease. If you would like to help Daniel in his fight against leukemia, visit www.conquerleukemia.net, where you can learn more about Daniel's story and help him in his battle against chronic myleoid leukemia.

Alumni Contact: Daniel Barli '02

Engineers Without Borders
www.ewb-usa.org

The mission of EWB-USA is to partner with developing communities to improve their quality of life through the implementation of environmentally sustainable, equitable, and economical engineering projects. In the process of working to advance developing communities, EWB-USA promotes the development of globally aware and internationally responsible engineers, students, and professionals.

Alumni Volunteer Contact:  John Cirucci '92G

Girl Power 2 Cure, Inc.
www.girlpower2cure.org

Girl Power 2 Cure, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for treatments and a cure for Rett Syndrome.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Mary L. Cottingham '90

No Excuses U
www.turnaroundschools.com

As an integral part of the TurnAround Schools project, No Excuses U seeks to have a positive impact on the lives of elementary school, middle school, and junior high school students nationwide. For the past two years, Lehigh University has had the pleasure of sponsoring two different classrooms participating in the program.

Learn more about No Excuses U.

Race Against the Sun
www.raceagainstthesun.org

Race Against the Sun is working hard to increase awareness, prevention and early detection of melanoma and was founded in support of Jessica (Cahn) Coleman '90.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Wendy Wernoch '90

Surfrider Foundation
www.surfrider.org

The Surfrider Foundation USA is a non-profit environmental organization working to preserve oceans, waves, and beaches. Through local chapters all over the United States and in many European countries, Surfrider organizes demonstrations and activism for the ocean environment.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Nicole Parisi-Smith '90

The Care Network of the Lehigh Alumni Association
www.lehigh.edu/alumni

The Care Network is a program that provides outreach to alumni who are facing health challenges.To demonstrate the expression of care within the Lehigh alumni community, we have formalized a program to send a card of encouragement, or if appropriate, to give a call or make a visit to a fellow alumnus. Those alumni experiencing a difficult time in their lives may appreciate the connection of care from their alma mater. We ask for your help to identify alumni who would benefit from our care network services.  

Alumni Contact: Janet Tucker '85G

The Gordie Foundation
www.gordie.org

The mission of the Gordie Foundation is to provide today's youth with the skills to navigate the dangers of alcohol and, through education and promotion of self-worth, prevent alcohol poisoning, binge drinking, and hazing. The Gordie Foundation is dedicated to the memory of Gordie Bailey, who was an 18-year-old freshman at the University of Colorado when he died of alcohol poisoning as a result of a fraternity initiation ceremony for pledges.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Amanda Kessler '07

The LAM Foundation
www.thelamfoundation.org

The LAM Foundation urgently seeks an effective treatment, and ultimately a cure, for lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) through advocacy and the funding of promising research. We are dedicated to serving the scientific, medical and patient communities by offering information, resources and a worldwide network of hope and support.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: Alanna Nelson '91

The Tower of Hope
www.thetowerofhope.org

The Tower of Hope was founded in memory of Thomas E. Sinton III '82, who was tragically lost in the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center. Its mission is to empower people who are living with a disability or chronic illness, or who have been in an abusive relationship, to live happier and more independent lives with the help of service and assistance animals.

Alumni Volunteer Contact: J. Stuart Jensen '82