During Homecoming week, Daissy (’10 LAS, JD ’13 LAW) returned to campus—⁣in the same Quinceañera dress she wore 22 years ago, and the same regalia from her Illinois graduation 15 years ago.⁣ ⁣ A joyful, powerful tribute to her story, her roots, and the community that shaped her.⁣ ⁣ As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close—and on her birthday—we’re celebrating Illini like Daissy, who carry their culture, their memories, and their momentum with pride.⁣ ⁣ Happy birthday dayz.dee!🥳 ⁣ ⁣ #ILLINIpride #HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinaExcellence #IllinoisAlumni #FullCircleMoment