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Governor Kaine Joins Schultz at SU to Discuss Importance of Education in Moving Virginia Forward

Governor Kaine Joins Schultz at SU to Discuss Importance of Education in Moving Virginia Forward

Governor Cites SU Program as ‘Model for Community Involvement’

WINCHESTER – On Thursday, State Senate candidate Karen Schultz and Governor Tim Kaine met with students and faculty from Shenandoah University (SU) to discuss the importance of employing innovative education plans to move Virginia forward.

Kaine praised Schultz for her vision and leadership in spearheading the program, pointing to her lifelong leadership in education.

“Karen’s work at Shenandoah University is truly a model for community involvement in education,” Kaine said. “Karen is the kind of moderate, common-sense legislator who will help move Virginia forward. From Day One, I will rely on her as an education ally in the Senate.”

Schultz spoke with Governor Kaine about her experience spearheading the School of Pharmacy’s service-learning program and the importance of new educational programs that connect schools with their communities.

“When we pioneered the service learning program here at SU,” said Schultz, “we were primarily trying to instill a sense of responsibility and community service into the university curriculum. I don’t think that anybody could have foreseen what a remarkable success it has become.

“Today our students have dedicated over 10,000 hours to the Shenandoah Valley community, and many tell me that it is the most valuable component of their experience here at SU.”

Kaine said that Schultz’s educational vision would be important to helping Virginia stay ahead in the 21st century economy.

“Putting resources into institutions of education is the best way to maintain a qualified workforce, preserve our status as the best place in the country for businesses, and provide our citizens with the best opportunities for success in life,” Kaine said. “Karen is an expert on making our educational institutions work for us, and I look forward to working with her on educational issues in the State Senate.” ###