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That’s just who I am.” Meet Elijah McAllister, a graduate student and outside line- backer from Asbury Park, New Jersey, who has already given plenty of heart to his Auburn Family. “I’m a big believer that nobody gets anywhere by them- selves, so any way I can impact the community, I’m going to try,” he said. Since arriving on the Plains from Vanderbilt in January, McAllister has been busy going to local schools interacting and reading with kids. He has participated in Tigers Give Back Day and planned a summer school supply drive for the Boys and Girls Club. Add to that his contributions through his non- profit organization, All For One and One For All, in New Jersey that regularly conducts food pantry distributions, hosts sum- mer football camps and other youth activities to help children build life skills and further understand mental health issues. He made regular visits to schools and the Children’s Hospital while living in Nashville -- and it’s obvious this Ph.D. student/outside linebacker knows how to make the most of every minute. A two-time team captain at Vanderbilt who was selected for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team in 2021, McAllister is a believer that service is for everybody. “I love to get my teammates out of their comfort zone and have conversations with different people, connect with peo- ple in the community and use their platform to do something greater,” he said. “A lot of guys aren’t fully aware of the impact they can have with just a small investment of their time.” Where did that seed of service get planted? “I grew up in a church that was big on serving. You have ushers doing things, deacons, bishops, the pastor – everybody in the church com- munity is part of bringing God’s word to others. I grew up play- ing the piano, singing in the choir, being an usher, working on the music ministry – that’s important to me. “I have a really close family: older brother Tyron Jr. and four younger siblings, Marielda, Sheridan, Addison and A.J. I have a mom, dad and two step-parents – they have a unique part- nership of parenting everyone, and that creates a great family full of love. They all grew up in the church which connects and brings us together. I love and deeply appreciate my family. They are a huge part of my support and development.” Recording 65 career tackles, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, an interception and a touchdown during his time as a Commodore, McAllister has been just as productive in the classroom as well. He received his bachelor’s degree in medicine, health and society with a double minor in business and psychology in 2021. Further, he completed a master’s de- gree in education at the end of the Fall 2022 semester where he learned about diversity and urban studies. “This taught me how different cultures, genders and races all affect the learn- ing curve for each student. “Now I’m starting my Ph.D. work in the College of Educa- tion and I’m learning a lot of different things,” added McAllister. “I’m taking classes in educational leadership, educational psy- chology, curriculum, supervising, applied learning theory and research methods. It’s a big umbrella, but the most important aspect is learning how to apply textbook knowledge and theo- ry to everyday life. This degree will take two to three years, but I am very excited for the process.” McAllister understands firsthand the support he hopes to offer to others. “In high school, middle school and even college, I’ve had injuries and had to deal with some adversity. As a hu- man being, it affected me in some ways mentally, but through God, I was able to build my confidence back. At times of ad- versity, sometimes you’re unsure where you’re going to be in life. Even entering the transfer portal, I simply wasn’t sure. I’m a mental health advocate, so any time I can use my platform to talk about mental health for men, children and people of all kinds throughout the community I make a point to do so.” That’s the reason McAllister started his foundation in 2021. “It’s something that I was able to tailor focusing on the things I’m passionate about in life – education, mental health, life ex- periences, sports, community and food! That’s why I continue to contribute to it and will focus on growing its impact for the rest of my life.” The foundation is also a big part of the reason he chose Au- burn as the next stop in his athletic and educational career. “Why did I pick Auburn? I love the tradition of this place. It’s a place where athletes feel they are getting a true college experience and I love the community aspect of it. I’m able to get my foot on the ground and impact others through love and positivity. I’m confident people will get to know me around the university which allows people to see me behind the helmet.” ‘IMPACT OTHERS THROUGH LOVE AND POSITIVITY’ BY SHELLY POE AUBURNTIGERS.COM ON THE PLAINS WITH ELIJAH M c ALLISTER:GOOD FOR YOU. GREAT FOR ALABAMA. Poultry EGGS ARE GOOD FOR EVERY MEAL. ALABAMAPOULTRY.ORG334-265-2732AUBURN AT WORK 75 AUBURNTIGERS.COM AUBURN at Work We put knowledge and discovery to work to improve the lives of our neighbors. This is who we are. 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