Megan Sheley Part of Illinois College Enactus Team That Wins U.S. Regional Competition

2013 May 28

The Illinois College Enactus team was named a Regional Champion at the Enactus United States Regional Competition held April 12 in Chicago. The event is one of 10 regional competitions held across the country in March and April.

There were nine students who took part in this competition including Megan Sheley of Palmyra, a graduate of Northwestern High School.

The culmination of the Enactus program is an annual series of competitions that provides a showcase for teams to present the results of their projects and be evaluated by business leaders serving as judges. Teams compete first at the regional and national levels, then at the international level when the national champion teams from each country meet at the Enactus World Cup.

Illinois College is one of more than 500 Enactus programs in the United States. Participating students use business concepts to develop community outreach projects, transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world.

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.