Monthly Archives: October 2009

Derrius Quarles

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Stephen Walsh

[cnn-photo-caption image= http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/images/10/26/story.derrius.quarles.jpg caption=”Derrius Quarles received more than $1 million in college scholarships”] We have heard horrific news about young people in Chicago as of late. Derrion Albert, an honors student who was gunned down, has become the “face” of … Continue reading →

Posted in Stereotype busters, Under 20, Unsung hero | 16 Comments

Morasha Winokur

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Stephen Walsh

[cnn-photo-caption image= http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/images/10/19/art.morasha.jpg caption=”Morasha Winokur, 11, is the author of ‘My Invisible World.’”] Morasha’s mother describes her daughter as “an old soul.” She’s 11 years old but has the sharp sense of awareness and honesty of someone many times her … Continue reading →

Posted in Social reformers, Stereotype busters, Under 20 | 14 Comments

Carolina Correa

Posted on October 12, 2009 by Nicole Lapin

[cnn-photo-caption image= http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/images/10/12/art.boys.girls.club.jpg caption=”Carolina Correa, 19, is the first Latina to win the award.”] Carolina Correa is poised beyond her years. When I meet her, she is fresh- faced and enthusiastic. She walks with an entourage for the first time … Continue reading →

Posted in Community contributors, Stereotype busters, Under 20 | 11 Comments

Justin Bieber

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Nicole Lapin

[cnn-photo-caption image= http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/images/10/05/art.justin.bieber.gi.jpg caption=”Justin Bieber, 15, is a YouTube singing sensation.”] He has the soul of a seasoned artist. And a legion of fans to make him legit. Justin Bieber, at 15, is a singing wunderkind. Raised by a single … Continue reading →

Posted in Amazing talents, Entertainer, Under 20 | 32 Comments