Lisa Jackson Delivers Powerful Message on Finding Purpose Through Community at CSUN Commencement

Former EPA Administrator and Apple executive Lisa Jackson delivered an inspiring address during the College of Engineering & Computer Science’s commencement this year, urging graduates to discover their life’s purpose by connecting with their communities. Speaking to the Class of 2025, Jackson, who received an honorary degree during the ceremony, emphasized that “community shapes both who we are and who we want to become” and is the foundation for discovering one’s values and purpose. Drawing from her remarkable journey from New Orleans’ Ninth Ward to the halls of the EPA under President Obama and her current role helping Apple achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, Jackson is a prime example of how staying rooted in the local community can lead to some extraordinary opportunities. Watch the video speech below to experience Jackson’s compelling storytelling and be inspired to find purpose in your journey.