Mary Hansard’s journey from foster care to being named Cleveland State University’s Fall 2025 Valedictorian is nothing short of remarkable. Balancing her role as an active-duty Army sergeant, she’s also a dedicated student and a licensed foster parent caring for high-risk youth. Her story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible with grit and compassion. Hansard’s upcoming commencement speech is set to motivate not just fellow graduates, but anyone who’s ever felt like the odds were stacked against them. How do stories like Mary’s shape our view of success and resilience in Cleveland? #Education #College #ClevelandState