Tag Archives: Junior Achievement

A Real Life JA Role Model, Globally and Locally

In his second year of the full-time MBA program, UCLA Anderson student Devin McGrath already has an impressive resume in community building and volunteer-work. It was through his post-baccalaureate community involvement that McGrath was introduced to Junior Achievement. It was … Continue reading

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Suitcase Party Offers Chance to be Whisked Away

The inaugural LA Suitcase Party is a fundraiser teaming up with children’s charities, including JASoCal, to offer guests a unique and fun luxury event on February 10, 2012. Before the night is over, someone will be leaving on a private … Continue reading

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JA Student Scholarships Available

A scholarship opportunity for students who have participated in JA high school programs is now available through Johnson & Wales University and National Student Organizations (NSO). Students who apply online with Johnson & Wales also apply for an NSO scholarship … Continue reading

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Board JA Day Inspires Compton Students

Members of the JASoCal Board of Directors, along with volunteers and JASoCal staff taught kids in every classroom at Emerson Elementary in Compton on Friday, November 18. The kids, grades Kindergarten through Sixth, learned valuable lessons about community, our nation … Continue reading

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Congratulations Paul McGunnigle

Last month, JASoCal Board of Director Chairman Paul McGunnigle and I took a trip with 30 other JA Cities to Washington DC to vouch for teaching entrepreneurship in the classroom. It was an extremely productive visit, as the two of … Continue reading

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USC Marshall Sets Record in JA Inspiration Bowl Campaign

The USC Marshall School of Business MBA.PM program wrapped up a record-breaking bowling campaign this month, in support of Junior Achievement of Southern California. USC Marshall Students raised $27,219 at their JA Inspiration Bowl events this past September, a record … Continue reading

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Stock Market Challenge Rises High

With its biggest turnout in the event’s history, the 8th Annual Stock Market Challenge raised over $113,000 in support of Junior Achievement of Orange County  at the Newport Beach Marriott on Thursday, October 20. In the challenge, teams of four … Continue reading

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Golf Tournament Tees Off for 10th Year

JASoCal Board Member Avo Amirian held his 10th annual Golf Classic at the Rolling Hills Golf Course on Monday, October 10, sponsored by Pinnacle Communications. The event hosted more than 30 foursomes golfing to raise money for Junior Achievement of … Continue reading

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JASoCal On Capitol Hill

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT USA’S “DAY ON THE HILL” EVENT RALLIED SUPPORT FOR AMERICA’S YOUTH AMID A TOUGH ECONOMY  JA of Southern California Joined Congressional Members in Dialogue to Raise Awareness about the Importance of Entrepreneurship Education Junior Achievement USA’s fourth “Day … Continue reading

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Junior Achievement Recognizes Bank of America Employees

Junior Achievement Recognizes Bank of America Employees for Fundraising over $320,000 in Bowling Campaign Awards ceremony on September 14 at JA Finance Park® celebrated contribution to JA of Southern California Junior Achievement of Southern California celebrated the hard work of … Continue reading

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