Where it Starts

“Where it Starts,” is a collection of personal stories that highlights the incredible accomplishments from our Black community during their journey at the University of Minnesota. Each story reflects upon overcoming obstacles, building community, and finding purpose. The series was a collaborative project between University Relations and a team of faculty, staff, and student content advisors from the University’s Black community. 

All of the stories featured in the “Where it Starts” series exemplifies that change starts wherever the powers of creativity, vision, and joy meet. Each story concludes with advice on how our readers can take meaningful action while they continue their journey at the U of M Twin Cities. We'll be sharing plant science student Bryant Jones' story later this month.