How does Michelle’s upbringing on the South Side of Chicago serve as a foundation for her identity and values, influencing her approach to leadership, community, and public service throughout her life and career?

How does Michelle’s experience as a Black woman at Princeton University shape her understanding of race, identity, and privilege? Discuss her use of these experiences to critique the broader dynamics of higher education in America. Cite specific examples from the text to support your argument.

How does Becoming address the issue of gender inequality, both in Michelle’s personal experiences and in her broader advocacy work? What strategies does she propose for overcoming these challenges?