In "I Broke the Cycle," Gianni Dollard, a University of Delaware sophomore majoring in entrepreneurship, explores her path to becoming a strong Black woman. Gianni submitted her message for the Voices of UD 2022 audio essay contest for students, hosted by the University of Delaware's Center for Political Communication. The Voices of UD project is open for all to participate, but the annual contest is open to UD students only. Learn more at www.cpc.udel.edu/voices.

The views and opinions expressed by the contest participants do not necessarily reflect the views of the University, its administration, or faculty. Learn more about the CPC's programs and initiatives at www.cpc.udel.edu.