David Lind

Graduate Student, Student Affairs

 

David Lind’s passion? To live the public affairs mission to its fullest extent. His love for helping others and community outreach embodies the three pillars of ethical leadership, cultural competence, and community engagement.

David attributes his ‘ah-ha’ public affairs moment to his service-learning class with Dr. Tim Knapp.  Introduced to the Rare Breed, an outreach center for at-risk and homeless youth, it was apparent how interconnected the three pillars actually were when trying to address community issues. “I realized that you cannot be an ethical leader without being culturally competent and, being truly engaged with your community. I followed my passion for helping others and found my place advising other students, especially through service learning. I love the teaching moments I get to have with every student I work with.”

David’s active citizenship embodies community outreach to the Rare Breed, working with high school students at MSU’s Public Affairs Academy, advising MSU and OTC prospective and enrolled students, promoting community service learning partnerships and volunteering numerous hours to the annual Public Affairs Conference and other campus projects. For his time, contributions and impact to the University and the community, we are pleased to recognize David Lind as the May 2014 Public Affairs Student Spotlight.