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Everything you want to know about Mark Cornelson, T.R. Knight’s 19 year old boyfriend:

Cornelson won the 2007 Matthew Shepard Point Scholar. Watch the clip where he discusses Matthew Shepard’s death, and the need to actively make a difference in this world. 

 
Here’s some information from the Matthew Shepard Foundation about Mark Cornelson:

Mark grew up in a small town close to the Canadian border called Ferndale, Washington. Brought up in an extremely conservative, religious household, Mark received a very negative reception when he came out. His family’

s religious views left absolutely no room for understanding or acceptance; there would be no compromise. Mark was ostracized from their lives, and he was left to lead a life of independence at the age of sixteen.

Donating back to his community and excelling academically were always top priorities while in high school. Mark graduated from high school a year early by attending college courses, and he is currently working multiple jobs to help fund his education. He is involved with the ONE campaign to provide AIDS and poverty education globally and is establishing a local chapter. He is eager to become more involved with GLSEN and many GLBT organizations within the Bay Area in the coming months.

Mark is attending San Francisco State University in the fall of 2007 where he will earn a degree in Resort/Commercial Recreation Management with a minor in International Business. He aspires to be the director of an international luxury resort.

The Point Foundation that provided the award identifies and selects Point Scholars based on social, emotional and financial need, scholastic aptitude and leadership potential. They pay particular attention to those students who have lost the financial and social support of their families and/or communities as a result of revealing their sexual orientation or gender identity. Point Scholars are those who are physically, intellectually and morally capable of leadership within their chosen fields, and who have demonstrated involvement in the LGBT community.