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May 15, 2017

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SHELTON STATE COSMETOLOGY MAKES DONATION TO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF ALABAMA

Tuscaloosa, Alabama – Following their fundraising efforts and in combination with contributions from their 2017 Hair Show, Angel on Broadway, Shelton State Community College’s Cosmetology Department presented Children’s Hospital of Alabama with a donation of almost $1300 to the Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders. The donation was given in memory of local student Angel Eaton.

Eaton was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma in October 2013. Despite her initial diagnosis and subsequent battles with the disease, Eaton was a diligent student and planned to attend Shelton State’s cosmetology program following graduation. Her passion for the industry was evident in her dream of becoming a theatrical make-up artist on Broadway. Following her death in September 2016, Shelton State paid tribute to Eaton through this year’s hair show, Angel on Broadway.

“The cosmetology department appreciates the opportunity to be part of giving to support cancer research for children,” said program director, Latoya Simmons. “It is a disease that has touched so many people in our community, so it means a lot to have a helping hand in finding the cure.”

For more information about Shelton State Community College Cosmetology, visit sheltonstate.edu.

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