The University of Minnesota announced in October that it will no longer host high school commencement ceremonies.

C2i began as a program of Summit Academy OIC in North Minneapolis in 2002 before establishing its 501(c)3 status in 2010, becoming its own nonprofit organization. Now approaching 16 years in service, the organization continues to focus on preventing foster youth from falling into cycles of homelessness, criminal justice involvement or other systemic challenges.  

The CEO at the YWCA St. Paul, an organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women through programs that address housing, economic advancement, health and wellness and leadership development, Booker has served as CEO for more than two years, leading the organization with a history that goes back for more than 120 years.