# @illinois_alumni on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Db3jqSNCreb
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69065457-illinois-alumni-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-10T17:32:10.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Illinois Alumni (@Illinois_Alumni) — https://gondola.cc/Illinois_Alumni

## Caption

“Find a way to give back. Give back to this institution. Give back to your community. And never forget where you came from.” (U of I Commencement 2023)

Jackie Joyner-Kersee has done exactly that. 🌱

The six-time Olympic medalist has never forgotten East St. Louis. Now, she’s partnering with the University of Illinois to create opportunities for young people in the community that raised her. 💙🧡

Through the jjkfancenter, they’re planting seeds for healthier lives and futures in food, agriculture and science. 🌱🔬

🔗 Read more at the link in bio.

#ILLINIpride #AlumniMagazine

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