Leading lifestyle retailer American Eagle Outfitters announced the winners of its highly successful 'LIVE YOUR LIFE' contest, a program that encourages young adults around the country to achieve great things by following their dreams.
Now in its second year, the contest awards each winner $25,000 to help make his or her dream a reality.
Kicking off last January, AE's contest attracted over 20,000 entries from individuals looking to fulfill their dreams, more than four times the number of applications received last year. Visitors to AE's Web site -- 4.7 million of them -- voted online to select six winners to bring their essays to life and make a difference in the world.
"Our 'LIVE YOUR LIFE' winners are extraordinary individuals with inspirational stories and a commitment to fostering positive change in the world around them," said Susan McGalla, President and Chief Merchandising Officer, American Eagle brand.
"By helping them advance their work, we hope to encourage countless other young adults to live life to the fullest, which is the spirit of the AE brand. We are extremely proud to be a part of their success," McGalla added.
The 2006 'LIVE YOUR LIFE' winners are: Arielle Chikovsky, Melody Mejeh, Becca Robison, Josh Sundquist, Elizabeth Torres and Michael Williford.
American Eagle Outfitters is a leading retailer that designs, markets and sells its own brand of laidback, current clothing for 15 to 25 year-olds, providing high-quality merchandise at affordable prices. It currently operates 798 stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 71 AE stores in Canada.
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