RALEIGH — Not one but two Campbell Law School students have each received Teague Campbell’s 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship in honor of Charlotte W. Clark.
Elizabeth Sharpe ’27 and Elissa Garcia ’27 were awarded the scholarships at a luncheon the firm held on Jan. 23, 2025, according to Associate Director of Financial Aid Lisa Clark.
“Both ladies were very impressive, and it was hard to select just one, so we added a second scholarship to reward both of them,” explained Christine Parr, director of Human Resources at Teague Campbell.
The $2,000 scholarships Sharpe and Garcia received are in honor of Clark, who was dedicated to serving her community and exemplified the firm’s mission, according to the firm’s website.
“Teague Campbell strives to create an inclusive and diverse environment within the firm and in the community. Along with the firm’s Management Committees, its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is dedicated to seeking and retaining the best legal talent available who share in our commitment to diversity by fostering awareness, understanding and appreciation of people from all backgrounds.”
The firm’s website continues, “Clark joined Teague Campbell on February 23, 2007, as the firm’s front desk receptionist. Prior to working for Teague Campbell, Clark was a dedicated public servant who worked with the Attorney General’s office. Firm members learned very quickly that Clark was not only dedicated to her family and church, but her community as well. She and her husband, Wilbert Clark, were founders of the Juniper Level Baptist Church Missionary Food Bank where they dedicated many hours handing out food to the less fortunate in the community. Clark, otherwise known as Mrs. Charlotte, gave so much of herself to others through various causes in our community. She was an important part of the Teague Campbell family and inspired so many of us to strive for excellence. It is our hope that this year’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship in honor of Mrs. Charlotte will encourage and carry on her generosity of spirit.”
The Teague Campbell DEI Scholarship is open to any student currently enrolled in an accredited North Carolina-based law school who actively participates in diverse community initiatives. Learn more at this link.
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