In just 30 days, Alex Quian challenged himself to undertake 30 philanthropic projects that would impact his life forever. Now, Quian is a published author, head of a young adult-led foundation, and even a host of a popular podcast. He completed all of this just two years out of graduating from Cornell University. Quian’s passion for servant leadership and community service has driven him to inspire young people to go out in their communities and become leaders in social change.

On July 21, Quian spoke at the SMU Summer Research and Entrepreneurship Symposium. In the symposium, Quian shared his story: his 30-day challenge, mentorship, and life-changing experiences as well as creating work

With the lockdowns lifted, it is time to go back to concerts and see your favorite bands live.

Below are lists of upcoming summer concerts in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

July:

• The Mobile Only 27 – Jul 21
• Lindsey Stirling – Jul 23
• The Hella Mega Tour – Green Day/Fall Out Boy/Weezer – Jul 24
• R.A. The Rugged Man – All My Heroes Are Dead Tour – Jul 24
• The Molly Ringwalds – Jul 24
• Black Pistol Fire – Jul 24
• Trace Adkins – Jul 29
• King Crimson – Jul 30
• Club 90’s Taylor Swift Night
• Louis The Child Euphoria Tour – Jul 30
• Caifanes – Jul 30
• Parker McCollum – Jul 31
• 3 Doors Down – The Better Life 20^th Anniversary Tour – Jul 31

With lockdowns lifted and people going out again, it’s time to get back to the movies.

Here are the upcoming movie releases and where you can buy tickets.

July:

• Die in a Gunfight – July 16
• Escape Room: Tournament of Champions – July 16
• Space Jam: New Legacy – July 16
• Old – July 23
• Snake Eyes – July 23
• The Comeback Trail – July 23
• Stillwater – July 30
• Jungle Cruise – July 30
• The Green Knight – July 30

August:

• The Suicide Squad – Aug 6
• 6: 45 – Aug 6
• Don’t Breathe 2 – Aug 13
• Free Guy – Aug 13
• Respect – Aug 13
• The Protégé – Aug 20
• PAW Patrol: The Movie – Aug 20
• The Night

by Alex Brody
CCPA Fellow

This summer, we say goodbye to one of our favorite professors, Dr. LaShonda Eaddy. Professor Eaddy has been with us since Fall 2017 as an assistant professor of public relations and strategic communication. She has taught both the crisis management and principles of public relations courses in her time at SMU.

Professor Eaddy shared some of her favorite memories and experiences during her time at SMU. She loves the beautiful campus, there being so much time and effort put into it to make it pleasant. She acknowledged that her students are top-notch and hard workers. She said one of her favorite things was seeing her students grow and progress during their time

Things to Do When Moving to a New Home

Moving to a new home can be tough, getting acclimated to new surroundings, and even adjusting to the new culture. One of our newest professors at CCPA, Dr. Piyawan (Pui) Charoensap-Kelly, shared her experience moving to Texas and even her favorite things to do when moving to a new home!

What was your move like to Texas?

It was an interesting experience moving during a pandemic. We had to cancel our initial house hunting trip mid Spring 2020 with no clue about when we could reschedule. We spent the quarantine time working with our real estate agent remotely and making a list of houses we wanted to