UPPF Alum Recognized as One of Four “Inspiring Grads of Fall 2024”
UPPF alum Kayla Pilgrim, from the 2023-24 UPPF cohort, was recently featured in UIC Today's article "Inspiring Grads of Fall 2024". These four students — in the College of Nursing, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and College of Applied Health Sciences — have made an impact in their communities on and off campus, even before they walk across the stage to get their degrees on Dec. 13 and 14.
"As a fellow for the Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement’s Urban Public Policy Fellowship, Pilgrim focused her research on the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and ways to empower Latino voters. 'When it comes to electoral participation, a lot of people may feel disconnected from government, and I find that disconnectedness and that disregard for the power of our voices especially prevalent among underrepresented communities,' Pilgrim said. 'There’s a real power to be found when a person comes upon that realization that their voice can make a difference.' "
Congratulations Kayla! Follow the link below to check out the article.