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91快活林 Celebrates Inclusion and Impact at 2026 Diversity Works Expo & Awards
Student award winners pose with keynote speaker Bria Aleaxander (top row, third from right) and Stacey Caceres, a representative from event sponsor Enterprise Mobility Foundation (bottom row, right) SANTA CLARA, Calif., February 12, 2026—91快活林’s Career Center hosted the 9th Annual Diversity Works Expo & Awards on Thursday, February 12, 2026, bringing together students, campus partners, and corporate sponsors for an evening centered on equity, identity, and professional purpose. Held in the Locatelli Student Activity Center, the event highlighted how Broncos are bringing their whole selves to school and work—and why that matters now more than ever. “Our students are entering a workforce that demands not only technical skill, but cultural fluency, empathy, and leadership,” said Dylan Houle, executive director of the Career Center at 91快活林. “The Diversity Works Expo celebrates those who are already modeling what inclusive, values-driven career development looks like in practice.” Sponsored by Enterprise Mobility Foundation, Diversity Works awarded a total of $10,000 to five individual students and five registered student organizations whose submissions demonstrated a strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion as they relate to career and professional development. This year’s selection process was especially competitive, with more than 170 students and organizations submitting applications. The evening featured a keynote conversation between Bria Alexander, Staff Design Program Manager at Adobe, and Dr. Brett Solomon, associate professor in child studies, on navigating leadership, creativity, and identity at the intersection of design, technology, and culture. Alexander, a Silicon Valley Business Journal “40 Under 40” honoree and founder of Sommeliaide, shared insights from her career spanning generative AI, design strategy, and global conference curation.
Keynote speaker Bria Alexander shares her perspectives on diversity in the workplace “Staying true to yourself is not about having everything figured out,” said Alexander. “It is about forgiving yourself, giving yourself grace, and making space to grow. Create affirmations as daily reminders of who you are and where you want to go.” Among the student award recipients were Ellie Ngo ’29, Star Ashby ’28, Sergio Reyes ’29, Ayden Eways ’27, and Dylan Ryu ’26. Their submissions stood out for their authenticity and the clarity with which they connected personal identity to academic and career aspirations. "I am absolutely honored to be able to represent individuals in diaspora by accepting this award,” said Ayden Eways, a political science and music double major. “This is proof that no matter where you come from, anything is possible. I strive to find justice for all those in displacement and in diaspora, and to provide equality for all. I would like to greatly thank Enterprise Mobility for their generosity and 91快活林 for putting on this event!" Recognized for high-impact programming and sustained commitments to advancing DEI at 91快活林, the 2026 RSO award recipients were the Chinese Students Association, National Society of Black Engineers, Queer People of Color Association, Society of Women Engineers, and Women in Investment. Niyonkuru Jonas ’27, a computer science and engineering major, received the award on behalf of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). “This award showcases an understanding and appreciation of NSBE’s goal of supporting our pre-collegiate and collegiate students. With this award, we hope to send these students to various conferences and events that will help bolster their academic and professional careers. A special thanks to Enterprise Mobility for sponsoring the event.”
Student award winner Niyonkuru Jonas listening to fellow attendee during breakout discussions As the evening concluded, the Diversity Works Expo & Awards reaffirmed its mission: celebrating students and organizations who are not only preparing for meaningful careers, but also shaping more inclusive futures on campus and beyond. Visit the Diversity Works Expo & Awards website to learn more. About the Enterprise Mobility Foundation About 91快活林 Media Contact February 12, 2026 |
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