# @chrispesos215 on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DKFYFK7xLh4
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/37099354-chrispesos215-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/23d5a39208.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-05-25T16:47:17.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Christian Gant-Madison (@chrispesos215) — https://gondola.cc/chrispesos215

## Caption

Today I woke up with my dreams in my face…I graduated from Cornell University and words can’t capture just how much this moment means. Through the grace of God and the unwavering support of my village I’ve accomplished something that honorably validates the sacrifices of those who came before me. From running streets in Philly to walking across the stage at one of the world’s leading institutions—I’m infinitely blessed. Since childhood I always had dreams of attending an Ivy League institution, and my experience as a student-athlete at Cornell has truly been transformative in every sense. According to many of the false narratives and stigmas surrounding people like me, I shouldn’t be where I am today. I grew up witnessing the deep-rooted pain affecting my community and vowed to become a beacon of hope. My success is a testament to the resilience of the village that raised me, and the magic that happens when people are given equitable opportunities. I’m thankful for all of the challenges and triumphs along my journey, and recognize that this is just the beginning of something very special. I believe that my individual success means nothing if I don’t bring knowledge and resources back to my community, and others in need. I plan to make it my life’s work to leave a legacy of change by empowering marginalized communities, and being a staunch advocate for humanity. I hope that my story inspires the youth in my city and across the world. To everyone out there, the only barrier to success is your own imagination. Chase your dreams relentlessly!

CHANGE THE NARRATIVE💎

B.S. Biology & Society

Minors: Inequality Studies and Health Policy

- Dean’s List
- Cornell Varsity Football
- P3 CSTEP Program
- Biology & Society Peer Mentor
- NYU Langone Project Healthcare at Bellevue Hospital 2024

Next Stop: Capitol Hill🇺🇸 #changethenarrative 

#cornelluniversity #ivyleague #blackexcellence

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Christian Gant-Madison | @chrispesos215 | https://gondola.cc/chrispesos215 | Athlete |
| Julien Deumaga | @JDeumaga | https://gondola.cc/JDeumaga | Photographer |

## Tags

cornelluniversity, blackexcellence, ivyleague, changethenarrative

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