When asked why Jameelah should be honored for the legacy she’s leaving for future Illinois students, her nominator said, “Jameelah overwhelmingly demonstrates a sincere and fiery passion for social justice, the skills required to build community, and the desire to make a difference. It would be no exaggeration of the mind to identify Jameelah as a student leader that has set the bar for excellence and the standard to aspire to.”
The award is given by the University of Illinois Women’s Resource Center. Learn more about the Pat Morey Legacy Award.