Commencement 2011 Student Profile of Talent Development Alumnus Brandford Davis.

Whether it is changing the culture of intolerance on campus, or the educational climate in his hometown of Providence, University of Rhode Island senior Brandford Davis is committed to improving life for everyone.

The first in his family to graduate from a four-year university, Davis was determined to make the most of his time at URI. When he saw incidents of hate involving race and homophobia on campus, Davis took action. He and fellow student Devinne Rivard met with URI President David M. Dooley to discuss hurtful events.

Through the URI student group Classy Leaders Achieving Student Services (C.L.A.S.S.), Davis organized the March for Equality and Inclusive Community on April 14. He led a group of more than 100 students, faculty and staff members in a peaceful march around the campus, letting the community know that hate would not be accepted on campus.   Read More on URI Today…