A graduating Tufts student on his journey from prison to commencement
May 12, 2026
David Delvalle began studying through the Tufts University Prison Initiative nearly a decade ago while in prison. This weekend, the 32-year-old will graduate with his bachelor's degree in civic studies and receive the presidential award for civic life.
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AI GeneratedDavid DiValli, a formerly incarcerated man, is graduating with a bachelor's degree from Tufts University. Having started his education while serving time for armed assault, DiValli overcame systemic barriers and personal doubts to become the first formerly incarcerated student to attend traditional on-campus classes at Tufts. He now aims to pursue a law degree to specialize in criminal defense.