the Dawn has issued public statements recognizing dedicated student organizations that diversify the University's public image. A.N.G.E.L.S. Society The A.N.G.E.L.S. Society was founded in 1998. It is known to reach out to individuals within the University community who may be grieving or struggling, as well as encourage those who display kindness or other laudable characteristics by presenting them with a white rose and a letter of recognition, encouragement, or comfort. Their emblem are white roses arranged in an infinity sign over a heart. Operating anonymously, this group is known around grounds to be the bringers of happiness and attempt to uplift the university community in subtle as well as obvious ways. They are also known to reach out to random professors, administrators, clubs, and organizations on grounds encouraging them to participate in the Day of Smiles, an event just before spring finals in which they implore the University community to take part in random acts of kindness or to brighten someone's day. This usually results in tables of free food, stress-relieving or motivational activities, and random rubber ducks scattered throughout grounds. The group similarly recognizes noble acts and commemorates Founder’s Day by placing white roses on the angels surrounding the Jefferson statue in front of the Rotunda’s north steps. The 21 Society The 21 Society announced its founding on June 21, 1999, citing "direct challenge(s) to student self-governance" and claiming an intention to "unify the politically active students of the University." The society has subsequently contributed to the University of Virginia Center for Politics. Lantern Society The Lantern Society is an all-female group founded in 2000. It supports gender equality and the advancement of women at the University of Virginia. Each year, the society presents a faculty member with the Lantern Society Award for Leadership in Women's Education. Sons and Daughters of Liberty The Sons and Daughters of Liberty was established in 2003 as the Sons of Liberty, changing its name in 2011 when it merged with the Daughters of Liberty. It is said to pursue liberty while decrying tyranny. Though the judgments passed by the SDL are done in secrecy, it is well-known and documented that they stand firmly against the Jefferson Literary and Debating Society, the most notable debating society of The University. The group appears to mimic the ideals of the original Sons of Liberty, a group of well-known rebels during the American Revolution. They are known