Community Champions
Our partners play a pivotal role in driving positive change and enhancing the well-being of their communities.
While they come from all over the state and from a variety of different backgrounds, they are all tied together by their dedication, leadership and passion to inspire others to make a difference in the world around them.
Meet a few champions leaving a lasting legacy
![Makayla McMorris poses for a headshot](https://www.unmc.edu/oce/_images/community/mcmorris-makayla.jpg)
Makayla McMorris
Discover how Makayla McMorris believes community engagement builds and sustains the well-being of our state.
![Juan Carlos Veloso poses for a headshot](https://www.unmc.edu/oce/_images/community/veloso-juan-carlos.jpg)
Juan Carlos Veloso
Learn what Juan Carlos Veloso believes community engagement is, particularly with Latino families in Omaha.
![Yesenia Valenzuela poses for a headshot](https://www.unmc.edu/oce/_images/community/valenzuela-yesenia.jpg)
Yesenia Valenzuela
Read how Yesenia Valenzuela believes passion and dedication improve the lives of the most vulnerable.
![Schalisha Walker poses for a headshot](https://www.unmc.edu/oce/_images/community/walker-schalisha.jpg)
Schalisha Walker
Discover how "Be the change you wish to see in the world" drives Schalisha Walker's advocacy.