Zachary L. Wong ’16 called the event “very inspiring.” He said in the future he hopes to approach social entrepreneurship thorough social media and web design.
Edwards ended his speech telling students that this event is just a starting point.
“The way you all are going to make the world a better place is by not stopping here,” he said. “You need to exploit this incredible moment.”
This article has been revised to reflect the following correction:
CORRECTION: Oct. 19
An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that the winner of the President’s Challenge will receive $70,000 and three runners-up will each receive $10,000. In fact, one winner and up to three runners-up will share a $100,000 prize, but the division of the money has not yet been determined.