College Boards
Sammy's Superheroes Junior Boards are made up of passionate college students who are committed to making a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. these student-led groups host impactful fundraisers both on and off campus, organize awareness events in student unions, and meet regularly to grow in advocacy, leadership, communication, and event planning.
The Junior Board was created by a group of students at UNL for a class project, and it has since expanded beyond our beliefs. The Junior Board Advisor, Alayna Wilson-who served as the UNL chapter president from 2019 to 2021-has played a key role in expanding the program to three additional campuses. Currently, our Junior Boards are active at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and Creighton University.
Together, we're building a network of young leaders who are passionate about finding a cure and spreading hope. As Sammy's Superheroes continues to grow, we're excited to welcome even more Junior Boards across the country and empower students to turn their passion into purpose.
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Alayna Wilson
Alayna Wilson is the current Advisor for the Junior Board. She previously served as the President of the Junior Board for 2 years before taking on this position. As Alayna is pursuing her graduate degree from the University of Kansas, she virtually meets with the Junior Board and helps coordinate events, fundraisers, sponsors, and continuing education on all things childhood cancer related.
"I became involved in this organization from its inception, but this cause took a new meaning for me once one of my good friends and dance partner, Trevor Luckey, was diagnosed and unfortunately passed from pediatric cancer. I am now a local titleholder for the Miss Nebraska organization where I visit schools, coordinate card drives, and bring awareness to this cause all across our great state. Being the first ever Advisor to the Junior Board is one of my proudest accomplishments and these college students remind me of why I wake up each day and do my part to end childhood cancer,"
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