"In today's hyper-mediated consumer culture, we (young people especially) are constantly bombarded with information, images, and messages that influence our behavior, and serve to construct our sense of reality. Mass media is a very powerful communication tool because it informs us about ourselves, our society, and how we fit in and interact with the world [...]

At its 16th Annual Gala on March 2nd, 2014, COA recognized two Rising Stars who hae demonstrated tremendous leadership and personal growth throughout their participation in COA programs. Dayz'hane Anderson has been part of both the Youth Development and Camping programs since early childhood. Now going into her Senior year of high school, Dayz'hane has [...]