First Lady Michelle Obama promoted educational growth to Detroit youth today at Wayne State U’s Adams Field. Her address encouraged area students to fight the odds and to make their education work for them.

Her mission was to energize the students and to give them hope as the future business leaders and entrepreneurs –- those who will direct a rebuilding city and economy.

The First Lady was preceded by prominent area leaders and celebrities including Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing, film producer Spike Lee and basketball great Earvin “Magic” Johnson.

Their shared goal focused on providing guidance to the students and presented a positive attitude towards education – especially to Detroit students who encounter many challenges.

Obama concluded her remarks to a receptive and attentive crowd of over 5,000 by offering continued support and inviting the students to “study hard, dream big, hope deeply and never give up.”