Activism

mtvU Against Our Will Challenge

The mtvU Against Our Will Campaign and LexisNexis want your ideas for an innovative digital tool that helps end modern day slavery in the US. If we pick your idea, you’ll take home $10,000!

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Jesse Eisenberg Wants You To Be The ‘One’ To Answer Africa’s Call

Are you a rock star student advocate? Want a chance at the internship of a lifetime? Are YOU the ONE? Then Jesse Eisenberg has the conscientious contest for you!

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Artists & Fans Work Toward Greener Music Biz

Check out Filmmaker Destin Cretton’s short film “Music Sustains” on how artists and fans are working together to green the music industry. presented by the Brita® FilterForGood Music Project®.

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mtvU Against Our Will Challenge

The mtvU Against Our Will Campaign and LexisNexis want your ideas for an innovative digital tool that helps end modern day slavery in the US. If we pick your idea, you’ll take home $10,000!

Read More...

Jesse Eisenberg Wants You To Be The ‘One’ To Answer Africa’s Call

Are you a rock star student advocate? Want a chance at the internship of a lifetime? Are YOU the ONE? Then Jesse Eisenberg has the conscientious contest for you!

Read More...

Artists & Fans Work Toward Greener Music Biz

Check out Filmmaker Destin Cretton’s short film “Music Sustains” on how artists and fans are working together to green the music industry. presented by the Brita® FilterForGood Music Project®.

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Aung San Suu Kyi’s Decades Of Peace Advocacy Paying Off

mtvU’s 2011 “Woman of the Year” Aung San Suu Kyi has been a tireless advocate for peace in Myanmar for decades and her work has contributed to some major changes.

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Fulbright-mtvU Grant Seeking Exceptional Ideas

Celebrating its 5th year of awarding students with opportunities to create change around the world, the Fulbright-mtvU grant is looking for the next round of students with exceptional ideas.

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Apply Now For A Fulbright-mtvU Grant

Up to 4 awards will be available to pursue projects around an aspect of international music as a cultural force for expression. Preference will be given to creative projects that are conveyed in a dynamic fashion and are accompanied by a feasible plan.

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Discover The Truth Behind Modern Day Slavery

The mtvU Against Our Will Campaign in partnership with Free the Slaves, GEMS, and Polaris Project amplifies America’s college students’ efforts to end modern-day slavery in the U.S., and empowers them to learn more and get involved.

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Half Of Us: Metta World Peace On Getting Help

Getting treatment for his depression helps NBA Laker Metta World Peace (formerly known as Ron Artest) both on and off the court.

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Last Chance Promote Your Idea At The White House

If you’ve been spearheading a strong initiative on campus, you could be one of five teams to talk shop about your game-changing project AT THE WHITE HOUSE. Some time ago, we gave you a heads up but this week is your last chance to apply!

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Announcing mtvU’s 2011 People Of The Year

We are proud to honor Aung San Suu Kyi and Matt Stone and Trey Parker who, in radically different ways, have positively contributed to the cultural narrative of a historic year.

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