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“Across my time at KU, I was fortunate to learn from incredible mentors, colleagues, friends, and communities who helped shape who I am today and taught me how to engage communities in improving health at a systems level.” ❤️💙

Meet Ruaa Hassaballa, a Ph.D graduate in Behavioral Psychology with a focus on community health and development in the KU Department of Applied Behavioral Science. Ruaa follows the path of her sister, Dr. Ithar Hassaballa, who graduated from the same program in 2017 with her Ph.D. 💙❤️.

Their journey from Sudan to the United States began in 1999, carrying with them their family’s hopes, resilience, and belief in education and community. Today, they are leaders in community health and systems transformation creating more people-centered care locally, nationally, and globally. They were inspired by their father Dr. Hassaballa O. Hassaballa who graduated with his Ph.D in Cultural Anthropology at the University of Washington in 1986.

Congratulations, Ruaa! 🎓

🎬 “Being a part of the film department and working on set was a defining part of my time at KU. Getting the chance to create my capstone was one of the best experiences I've had!”

Meet Alexas Wilmoth, a Plano, Texas native who after graduating with a BGS in Film & Media Studies and a minor in Sports Management is continuing her studies at KU this fall to pursue a Master’s in Sports Management before heading off to Naval Officer school. Her advice for fellow Jayhawks is “Take every opportunity you can! Even if you’re scared!”

We’re so proud of you, Alexas! 👏

🎭 “During my undergrad, I was able to perform with my best friends in a musical, Milking Christmas, that was co-written by the then musical theatre teacher Ryan McCall. We all just found so much joy and whimsy in that show, and created so much magic. ” ✨

Meet Callee Harris, a recent College grad (Psyc BA and Theatre minor) and Hutchinson native who just completed her Masters in Social Work. Callee is dedicated to making the world a better place for future generations. Her advice for every Jayhawk? “Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. This is the time to take chances.”

Way to go, Callee! 🎓

HAPPY STOP DAY, JAYHAWKS! 🎉🎉🎉

“Some of my favorite memories at KU have been made while taking long walks around campus with my roommates and friends. I'll miss our deep conversations, shared stories, and reminiscing on memories as we watched the sun set on campus.” 💙

Adrianna Brady is an Edwardsville local graduating with BAs in History with Honors and Slavic, German & Eurasian Studies (Russian Concentration) and a big future ahead. Adrianna is a Fulbright Scholar and will be heading to Armenia after walking the hill to teach English! Her parting words of wisdom: “Always advocate for yourself! Don't be afraid of discomfort, it's a part of the learning process."

Congratulations, Adrianna! 🎓

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Congratulations to Assistant English Professor Silvia Park! 🏆

Find out more at https://bit.ly/48wApYB. 🔗

In one semester and with $6,450, the Dean’s Emergency Fund helped 31 students cope with an emergency or cover a short-term financial need with an award of about $200.

If the Dean’s Emergency Fund had $20,000, the College can award 80 grants at $250 or 40 grants at $500 – and the help only increases from there. Donate today! https://bit.ly/3CKawbf

Help more students in the College during the Alumni Power Hour! When you donate from 7 to 8 p.m., your gift goes further - providing more emergency support for students when they need it. https://bit.ly/3CKawbf

Medical expenses and car repairs are the most common reasons for students to fall behind in school: Emergency appendicitis. Car accident. Fractured hand. Broken radiator.

The Dean's Student Emergency Fund is there when KU College students need it most. You can help today: https://bit.ly/3CKawbf