Eleanor Elliott-Rude ’25 selected for George Washington Carver Internship with the World Food Prize Foundation

Each year the World Food Prize Foundation selects undergraduate students from across the United States for its prestigious George Washington Carver (GWC) internships. The College is proud to share that Eleanor Elliott-Rude ’25 was selected for the summer 2023 cohort and has been working with the foundation’s headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa. 

“Having the opportunity to pursue an internship that builds directly on my studies and that is in alignment with my long-term goals is something I’m very grateful to have experienced, especially early on in my undergraduate career,” says Elliott-Rude. 

Her work over the summer has provided insight that directly relates to her independent major, “International Development and Sustainability.” She shares that this experience has reaffirmed her passion for community empowerment and climate action.  

“I have been able to meaningfully connect with and learn from experts in the field of international development, prominent government officials, and high-level media to build a holistic understanding of the progress and continued challenges faced in the field of international development,” says Elliott-Rude.

About the World Food Prize Foundation 

The World Food Prize Foundation elevates innovations and inspires action to sustainably increase the quality, quantity, and availability of food for all. The foundation supports this through a variety of innovative programs year-round, including by: recognizing and rewarding individuals making exceptional achievements in addressing food security; convening global leaders in Des Moines each year to address the latest issues and innovations in food and agriculture; inspiring, recognizing, and empowering students around the world by providing educational and professional experiences on pressing food security and agriculture issues; and addressing Iowa’s challenges and successes in fighting hunger and poverty.