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‘Your truth, your passion’

12/15/2022, 6 p.m.
Rabia Kamara, a Virginia Commonwealth University alumna, was the university’s commencement speaker Saturday, Dec. 10, at VCU’s Stuart C. Siegel …

Rabia Kamara, a Virginia Commonwealth University alumna, was the university’s commencement speaker Saturday, Dec. 10, at VCU’s Stuart C. Siegel Center.

As the winner of Ben & Jerry’s “Clash of the Cones” on the Food Network, and the bakery chef/owner of Ruby Scoops and Suzy Sno, on Richmond’s Northside, Ms. Kamara’s message was clear to the graduating students.

Alicia Jones of Suffolk, right center, was among the 2,450 excited graduates at VCU’s December commencement.

Alicia Jones of Suffolk, right center, was among the 2,450 excited graduates at VCU’s December commencement.

“Whether you realize it or not, you’ve laid the foundation for what’s next in your journey, even if you don’t quite know what that may be. Whatever it may be, I hope that it first and foremost honors you, your truth, your passion and your desires in life."

Dwight and Josandra Daniel of Mechanicsville, left, were among hundreds of parents and family members celebrating their loved ones graduation. The Daniels’ daughter, Amber Daniel, received a master’s degree in social work.

Dwight and Josandra Daniel of Mechanicsville, left, were among hundreds of parents and family members celebrating their loved ones graduation. The Daniels’ daughter, Amber Daniel, received a master’s degree in social work.