Liz Murray, an American memoirist and inspirational speaker, overcame homelessness to attend Harvard University. Her memoir, "Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard" (2010), details her life's challenges and achievements and is a New York Times Bestseller. Her experiences were also depicted in the Lifetime television film "Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story" (2003). Born to parents struggling with addiction, Liz faced severe adversity from an early age, including hunger and homelessness. At 15, she was living on the streets but decided her future would not be defined by her current struggles. With a focus on the importance of education, Liz completed her high school education in two years and won a scholarship to Harvard University, starting a new, hopeful chapter in her life. Liz's journey from adversity to success has inspired many. She holds a Masters in the Psychology of Education from Columbia University and is the co-founder and Executive Director of The Arthur Project. This non-profit organization supports underserved youth, aiming to end generational poverty through education and mentorship. Liz's life demonstrates the power of resilience, education, and self-belief.