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emory’s epic awards The annual awards are EPIC’s primary fundraiser. During the 2011-2012 academic year, EPIC raised more than $180,000, providing summer grants for students volunteering in public sector jobs. Grant recipients worked at a variety of local, national and international organizations. Donations to EPIC are accepted at various levels with a minimum $50 donation to attend the Inspiration Awards. For more information about contributing to EPIC or attending this year’s event, contact Sue McAvoy at 404.727.5503 or [email protected]. ■ The Emory Public Interest Committee (EPIC) was formed in 1989 by students committed to increasing understanding of public interest law and to encouraging Emory law students to pursue public interest legal positions. EPIC is supported by Emory Law alumni who are dedicated to public service and work in legal aid, nonprofits, public defender’s offices and law firms throughout Atlanta. Save the date for the Emory Public Interest Committee’s 2013 EPIC Inspiration Awards Ceremony and Reception 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 5 Tull Auditorium, Emory University School of Law Honoring Robert N. “Robbie” Dokson Lifetime Commitment to Public Service Jeffrey O. Bramlett Outstanding Leadership in the Public Interest Tamara Serwer Caldas Unsung Devotion to Those Most in Need All funds raised support Emory Law students working in public sector summer jobs. To make a donation or for more information, visit EPIC Inspiration Awards or contact Sue McAvoy at [email protected] or 404.727.5503 The Official News Publication of the Atlanta Bar Association