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International Paper Foundation Gives Out Grants to Schools, Nonprofits.

Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News, June, 2004

By Mary Carr Mayle, Savannah Morning News, Ga. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News

Jun. 4--Mike O'Neal is a busy man.

As founder of Parent University, a volunteer group that teaches adults parenting techniques as well as math and computer skills, he has put in countless hours helping parents deal with issues ranging from stress management to homework.

"In fact, most people are surprised when they find out Parent University isn't my full-time job," O'Neal said, laughing.

Far from it.

The electrical technician's full-time job is at International Paper. He's been there 28 years.

That's why it was especially sweet for O'Neal to put on his volunteer hat Thursday and accept a $2,000 award from his employer to...

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