Professor A.L.I. was founded by Kalyan Balaven, an educator and artist who recognized the power of Hip-Hop as a pedagogical tool to teach and engage students holistically. Through a blend of traditional education, innovative blended learning, articles, and music, Professor A.L.I. leverages lyricism to impart knowledge and inspire critical thinking.
The Professor A.L.I. brand has evolved into a collaborative effort involving former students and fellow Hip-Hop educators. This collective uses social media to amplify diverse voices and perspectives, continuing the mission initiated by its founder. The website and related social media platforms serve as a hub for this vibrant community of artists dedicated to education through Hip-Hop.
A.L.I. stands for authenticity, love, and intellect, reflecting the core values that guide this educational movement.
#HipHopEd #WholeStudent
Professor A.L.I. 
Greetings my friend! It’s been too long, and i haven’t told you lately how much i always appreciate listening to your great art of music and your writings. Just wanted to tell you that you are a great inspiration, and that we are changing the world as we speak. You’re creating a momentum that spreads like a natural wave of enlightenment all over the world. It is time!
LOVE EMERALD MANIFESTO! Hope the sales goes well. We gonna order a bunch of cds later when the funds are coming in, and ship out to friends and others.
peace
Don’t ask what others have done for you, but ask what you have done for others
Don’t ask what others have done for you, but ask what you have done for others