Several University of Virginia organizations on Friday honored six graduating students, two employees and an organization at the annual Valedictory Exercises.

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Corinne Singh, an anthropology major, received the Community Service Award. Early in her undergraduate career, Singh learned that the Charlottesville Free Clinic lacked clinicians to draw blood samples. In response, Singh trained for and earned a phlebotomy certificate and began volunteering weekly at the clinic, serving a critical need. She also has inspired fellow students to become involved with Madison House’s Special Olympics program and with the emergency department at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.

“The Charlottesville community is healthier and better off thanks to her service,” [Trustee Mariana Brazao] stated

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