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Supporting Parsons Self -por
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Meg Eld
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There are many ways to give back to Parsons. Here we profile two active members of the Parsons community who are helping to further the school’s mission.
Meg Eldredge
Scott Sanders
Parsons phonathon caller BFA Fine Arts
Parsons Annual Fund donor AAS Interior Design ’98
Hi! My name is Meg Eldredge. I’m a junior in the Fine Arts program at Parsons. I transferred here from Parsons’ affiliate in the Dominican Republic, the Altos de Chavón School of Design, to continue studying what’s important to me in a city that is world renowned for its art scene. I started working at the phonathon soon after I arrived at Parsons to connect with people who really understand where I am as an artist and why I’m here. Over the past year, I’ve spoken with hundreds of parents and alumni, updating contact information, informing them about what’s new at the school, and asking for their support for the Annual Fund. I’ve had so many great conversations with people who share my professional interests—or who were just plain nice to talk to. I feel honored when people take the time to share their experiences and advice with me. This fall I plan to return to the phonathon. If you receive a call from me or one of my associates, I hope you’ll take a few minutes to hear a little about what’s going on at Parsons and share your story with us.
Fate brought Scott Sanders to Parsons. After admiring the design expertise of a friend, a Parsons alum, Sanders signed up for a course in interior design. Three weeks in, at the recommendation of his instructor, he enrolled in Parsons’ AAS program. Three years later, surrounded by family and work colleagues from the interior design department at Ralph Lauren, Sanders graduated knowing that life was about to change. And change it did. Ralph Lauren immediately promoted him, and after two years’ time he opened his own firm. Scott Sanders LLC has since become famous for bringing refined, classic design and precise detailing to residential interiors and hospitality design projects. Sanders still experiments with aesthetics and design thinking, a practice instilled during his studio time at Parsons. He says that the most valuable lesson he learned at Parsons is that “ultimate success depends on your work, and your love and enthusiasm for it will set you apart.” Sanders remains involved with his alma mater, supporting the school in different ways. He often hosts classes in his office, and says he cherishes the inspiration he gets from students. Sanders’ commitment to supporting students also makes him a proud Parsons Annual Fund donor.
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