(JACKSON, Miss.) — Political Science Professor D’Andra Orey, Ph.D., has received a $509,000 multi-year grant from the National Science Foundation. Orey serves as the principal investigator. Funds will be used to explore the intersection of race, exposure to trauma and politics on urban residents compared to individuals residing in rural areas. Partnering institutions include Mississippi…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson announces the appointment of Josiah J. Sampson, III, Ph.D., as vice president for Enrollment Management, effective Jan. 18. In the role, Sampson will provide leadership and oversight for the university’s strategic enrollment management planning for the areas of admissions/recruitment, financial aid services and the registrar…

Same Premium Magazine, New Leader Fountain Inn, SC, January 06, 2022 –(PR.com)– SHEEN Magazine announces the promotion of William P. Chapman III to Publisher of SHEEN Magazine. With a proven track record of maximizing revenue, profit and creating high-quality content for the publication, the millennial master strategist and visionary takes his rightful place at the helm…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University alum Marcus A. Thompson has established a $50,000 scholarship endowment that will help pay for tuition, textbooks, supplies and other fees for eligible Mississippi natives who are studying special education. The principal amount will be eligible for matching funds through Title III. The Thelma Thompson Endowed Scholarship is in…

Filmmaker Ron Elliott Jr. (aka Ron-O) enlists the help of thought leaders, mental health professionals, and community activists in this revolutionary film to help Black Families heal from Multigenerational Trauma. (Black PR Wire) Detroit, MI – Writer and producer Ron “O” Elliott Jr. has secured the help of Emmy Award Winning Director Timashion Jones (A…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — More than a year ago, Cathy Maberry lost her complete eyesight. Still, she was able to walk across the stage to receive her bachelor’s degree in health, physical education and recreation at Jackson State last week. She plans to become a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. “Jackson State University means so much to…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University summa cum laude graduate Glasia Monét Walker earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry in biomedical science, inspired by the effects of poor air and food quality from industrial toxins in her native Louisiana region known as “Cancer Alley.” Walker, of Edgard, Louisiana, has endured quite a few obstacles on…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University (JSU) alumnus Damian Murray has been named to the Schwarzman Scholars Class of 2023. The program funds a one-year master’s degree in global affairs at Tsinghua University. Through Schwarzman Scholars, Murray intends to research how entrepreneurship and investing can create wealth in communities of color and close the wealth…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Meet Nitty Dupree Thomas. He’s a dancer, former track athlete and aspiring public servant. He received a degree in interdisciplinary studies with a minor in professionalism on Friday, Dec. 10. Thomas’ journey to commencement hasn’t been a crystal stair. As a product of a Filipino mother and an African-American father from Mississippi,…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University honored 170 academic “champions” on last Sunday, with some of them gathering for the inaugural President’s and Provost’s Scholars Reception to receive gold medallions for their steady commitment to excellence. The event was held in the atrium of the College of Science, Engineering and Technology building. Mitchell Shears, Ph.D., conceived…

(JACKSON, Miss.) —  On Friday, Dailyn Hereford will receive her bachelor’s degree in marketing from Jackson State University. She has accepted a full-time job offer and is currently working as a digital marketing specialist at Oracle. As a two-time summer intern for the Fortune 500 company, Hereford says, “As graduation approaches, I feel extremely relieved to…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Honor student Alexis L. Evans has a natural concern for the welfare of people, and that’s why she’ll be earning her degree in Healthcare Administration in the College of Health Sciences during Jackson State University’s commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, in the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center….

(JACKSON, Miss.) —  A team of Jackson State University (JSU) College of Business students were recently named as one of nine regional winners of Deloitte FanTAXtic Tax Case competition. The students, Camryn Gaines, Jayla Manor, Jessica Tate and Ashanti Campbell, competed virtually with nearly 200 other students and faculty, representing more than 40 colleges and universities.  “I am…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University’s Misti Munroe, associate vice president for the Division of Business and Finance, is a recipient of the 2021 Mississippi Business Journal’s Leaders in Finance award. This is the ninth year to recognize leaders who have shaped the finance, banking and CPA sector in the state of Mississippi. “We’re pleased…

Southern Laced would like to recognize successful individuals over the age of 40 for our FORTY OVER FORTY LACED People to Watch in 2022 edition. Each nominee will be evaluated based on their accomplishments and individual story. Candidates must be over the age of 40 as of January 31, 2022.  The deadline to submit nominations…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — JSU graduating senior Dallas Brown has been selected as one of the top 32 college DJs competing in the first-of-its-kind 2021 National Collegiate Performing Arts (NCPA)™ College DJ Championship. Winning DJs will receive $10,000 in cash prizes split among themselves and their chosen social justice or environmental charities, plus $20,000 in high-end…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — The College of Liberal Arts’ Department of Political Science will host a debate between Hinds County Sheriff candidates vying to fill the post after the sudden death of longtime lawman Lee D. Vance. The event is scheduled at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 26, in room 134 of the College of Business’…

It all began in 2010 when media personality and Brandon, Mississippi native Cyrus Webb decided to start sharing his thoughts about books and music he was enjoying on Amazon.com. “You always read about the negative stuff and what people don’t like,” he says. “I wanted to let people know things that I was enjoying and…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Dr. Roderick Little, director of bands at Jackson State University, is currently featured in the Dockers brand storytelling series “Recognize.” Launched in honor of Black History Month, and extending beyond, Recognize is “about celebrating inspiring community members, contributors and influencers making a difference with their distinct perspectives, style and commitment to finding…

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Misti A. Munroe is the new associate vice president for Business and Finance at Jackson State University. She will report to Vice President/Chief Financial Officer Howard Brown, who expressed confidence in her experience in the public and private sectors, with emphasis in finance, portfolio management, banking and alternative investments.  “I’m very excited…