'He was like a father to us:' Students, staff at James Madison Academic Campus celebrate Mr. Cory Moore
MILWAUKEE -- Students and staff at James Madison Academic Campus on Wednesday, May 9 celebrated the life of Cory Moore.
The 35-year-old education advisor died from a virus three months ago. He spent his career preparing students for college and life after graduation.
Those who knew him say he did much more than that.
"He wasn't just a mentor. He was like a father to all of us. He never left. We know that because his spirit never left us. He kept us going and going," said Amyia Wright, senior.
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Students say his impact wasn't just at James Madison, but at schools across Milwaukee.
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