To the editor:

The KU Black Student Union hosted the 39th Annual Big XII Conference on Black Student Government Feb. 25-27.  The students should be commended on their outstanding planning and execution of the conference under the leadership of students Joshua Robinson and Sarina Felton and their advisor Leticia Gradington. More than 500 students of color from 40 schools heard nationally known speakers share insights on how to use knowledge to advocate for marginalized and disadvantaged communities. Students participated in over 35 workshops and had a career fair with a record number of employers.

Many contributed to the success of this conference, and it is with enthusiasm I thank the students, staff and faculty members who made this conference a success.  This conference embraced KU’s mission to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world.  You can see some of the highlights by reading the Twitter hashtags #BigXII2016 and #liberating.

Great job, students!