Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Major: Finance with a minor in Mathematics
HerCampus (HC): What do you want people to remember about the Shamrock 5K?
Megan Schwarzkopf (MS): The community coming together for one cause and bonding over that!
HC: Why did you want to get involved in KD philanthropy?
MS: I really wanted to be involved in the chapter in some way and wanted to do work that had a purpose and a greater good. Philanthropy was a great thing to do for sisterhood and bring everyone together, but also still have a purpose.
HC: What is your favorite part about the Shamrock 5K?
MS: I’m excited to see it all come together! And to see people from different organizations come out and people you don’t even know donate or run.
HC: What would the ideal Shamrock 5K look like?
MS: There would be tons of people there and it would be sunny! Also a wide variety of people: kids, adults, wake students. And everyone being really energetic to run!
HC: Can you tell us a little bit about the cause that the run supports?
MS: The run supports Prevent Child Abuse America, which is a national non-profit that works towards creating great childhoods for all children and ultimately keeping kids safe!
HC: What did the planning look like for the run?
MS: I had to start planning super early and then from there it was just bits and pieces throughout the semester. Now its all about spreading awareness and PR pushing.
HC: What other philanthropy events does KD put on?
MS: We have a silent auction in the fall and we also have a lot of fun Girl Scout Events throughout the semester.
HC: What is your go-to meal at the pit?
MS: A bagel! And I also love the premade salads they have, and of course, a diet coke.
HC: What is your favorite TV show?
MS: This Is Us, it’s amazing.
HC: Do you have any advice for freshman or underclassman looking to get involved on campus?
MS: Put your name out there and get yourself involved in a lot of things and then narrow it down based on what your passionate about. Also, go deep into one activity or club your passionate about.
photos courtesy of Megan Schwarzkopf