Humans of the U: Hamin Cho
“This year’s commencement theme, ‘The U behind you, the world in front of you,’ resonates with me because I feel like the U has become part of who I am.”
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Humans of the U: Taylor S. Lopez Boodooram
“I’ve always said: Just do it. Do it scared, shaking, voice cracking.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Arden Cook
“Policy appealed to me because it covers everything. I didn’t want to be locked into one narrow field.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Jane Damstedt
“Every experience I’ve had at the U has validated that I love people.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Isaac Santos
“(The law) requires you to fit facts and law together like a puzzle, structured enough to keep you grounded and creative enough to keep it from feeling stilted.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: RG Simbiak
“I’m not just learning academically. I’ve grown personally and professionally.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Kaylee Lai
“I am curious to know what other people are thinking. I think that’s part of what drew me to research.”
Read MoreStudent commencement speaker: When your real story begins
“If you ever find yourself in a time where everything feels hopeless, remember this: the lowest point of your life might be the exact moment your real story begins.”
Read MoreArthur Brooks named U’s 2026 Commencement speaker
Categories: Commencement, Inspire Initiatives, News Releases, Student Affairs, Student Belonging, Students, U Belong
Brooks will draw from his extensive writings about the search for happiness and meaning to inspire the Class of 2026.
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