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Hosted by actor Parvesh Cheena and featuring Broadway star Courtney Reed, the event provided an evening of entertainment and reflection of the University's legacy.

Sara Sosa and Joabe Bayer Barbosa will share insight about their ²Ø¾«¸ó experiences and offer life wisdom to graduates and attendees.

Dr. Garcia, a professor in the School of Education at University of California-Berkeley, discussed measures to transform institutions and make them more accessible to students of all backgrounds.

Mayor Johnson and an esteemed panel joined ²Ø¾«¸ó President Ali Malekzadeh to explore how universities and city leaders can work in partnership to advance education, equity and civic opportunity.

The award recognizes students and faculty who serve as advocates for change and exemplify an ongoing commitment to social justice in the classroom, workplace and community.

The RU Mental Health Garden was introduced as a serene retreat where students, faculty and staff can unwind, recharge and connect with nature in an indoor setting.

Joining the station’s "Making a Difference" segment, President Ali highlighted ²Ø¾«¸ó's continued efforts to accept and platform students and faculty of all backgrounds.

A panel of journalists, community members and political commentators discussed the challenges facing Chicago Public Schools and approaches to creating educational equity.

The empowering event focused on allyship, mental health awareness, financial literacy and civic engagement.

The U.S. Air Force Reserve veteran's experiences fueled his passion for justice and led him to pursue a degree in Paralegal Studies with a minor in Criminal Justice.

The event formally began the University's 80th anniversary celebration and was attended by nearly 200 alumni, faculty, corporate partners and Board of Trustees members.

²Ø¾«¸ó welcomed activists, academics and authors to discuss empathetic paths forward.