Students at South Carolina State University successfully protested the selection of Lieutenant Governor Pamela Ivey as their commencement speaker, citing concerns over her political stances on DEI initiatives. The university ultimately rescinded the invitation, prioritizing student voices and a focus on graduation.
Impact: High. This demonstrates the power of student activism in influencing institutional decisions and highlights the ongoing debate surrounding DEI in higher education.
In the source video, this keypoint occurs from 00:30:31 to 00:32:27.
Sources in support: Charlamagne tha God (Host), DJ Envy (Host), Jess Hilarious (Host), Derek Johnson (President of the NAACP)

