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Tomorrow is Not Promised

Published on November 10, 2015

“I have a passion for doing what I do, for making things better so they will be here for years to come."

“I have a passion for doing what I do, for making things better so they will be here for years to come."

By carstories

“I have a passion for doing what I do, for making things better so they will be here for years to come.” Rengate Alston is passionate about keeping his beloved UNC beautiful. UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is even more passionate about caring for him like family.

 

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