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American Nurses Association, Nursing: The American Nurses Association Hall of Fame

American Nurses Association, Nursing: The American Nurses Association Hall of Fame, American Nurses Association, No date given

This prestigious award recognizes an individual’s lifelong commitment to the field of nursing and its impact on the health and/or social history of…

Tags: Hall of Fame, Health, Nurses, Nursing, Public Service

National Park Service, Parks and Recreation: National Trails Awards

National Park Service, Parks and Recreation: National Trails Awards, National Park Service, No date given

The National Trails Awards is one way American Trails Leaving New York State Parks recognizes the exemplary people across the landscape of America who…

Tags: Awards, Hiking, Parks, Parks and Rec, Public Service

First photo - Time Second - Unknown, Policeman in the 19th century

First photo - Time Second - Unknown, Policeman in the 19th century, Library of Congress, First photo - 1903 Second photo - unknown

"Law enforcement officers are never 'off duty.' They are dedicated public servants who are sworn to protect public safety at any time and place that…

Tags: Accidents, Children, Law Enforcement, Police, Public Service

University of Nebraska at Omaha, Public Service Stories: Honoring People Who Make a Difference

University of Nebraska at Omaha, Public Service Stories: Honoring People Who Make a Difference, University of Nebraska, 2015

The “Ask Me Why I Care” project was co-directed by Dr. Mary Hamilton and Ms. Rita Paskowitz and funded by the College of Public Affairs and Community…

Tags: Experiences, Public Service, Stories

Carl Hassmann, The Crusaders

Carl Hassmann, The Crusaders, Library of Congress, 1906

"No man who is corrupt, no man who condones corruption in others, can possibly do his duty by the community." - President Theodore Roosevelt Caption:…

Tags: Art, Artwork, Corruption, Public Service

Multiplying Good, The Jefferson Awards for Public Service

Multiplying Good, The Jefferson Awards for Public Service, Multiplying Good, Unknown

"The attraction to the Jefferson Awards was we think it is the only real program out there... that will inspire and motivate greater volunteerism, and…

Tags: Awards, Community, Jefferson Awards, Public Service, Volunteering