Madison Devaul selected Women’s Council Scholar
JANS – Madison Devaul, of Brandon, has been awarded the Catherine “Kitty” Bryan Dill Memorial Council Scholarship and Susan Barksdale Howorth Council Scholarship – among the largest and most innovative awards on the University of Mississippi campus. The $40,000 Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy scholarships have a far greater impact on students’ lives than just providing them with financial assistance, said Suzan Thames, chair of the OMWC. “Our scholarship recipients receive access to caring guidance from mentors, significant training in leadership skills, exceptional life and career development, and meaningful personal development through travel and cultural opportunities,” Thames said. “OMWC’s goal is to successfully prepare our scholars for exceptional lives and careers, while encouraging them to develop a lifelong commitment to service. “The OMWC is thrilled to welcome Madison Devaul as one of our incoming first-year scholars.” OMWC scholars participate in a series of leadership symposiums using the philosophy of
Developer Richard Bradley named JSU homecoming grand marshal
JANS – Jackson State University alum, entrepreneur, contractor, and philanthropist Richard Bradley will serve as grand marshal of JSU’s homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 14, in downtown Jackson, kicking off at 8 a.m. This year’s homecoming theme is “Thee Legacy Continues.” “To be selected as the grand marshal for the Jackson State homecoming parade is such an honor,” said Bradley, a 2001 graduate of the HBCU. As the chief culture officer (CCO) of A3 Consulting, Bradley has been building his legacy in the capital city for over 15 years. His company specializes in project management, business marketing, and operations. The CCO said he is committed to serving Jackson residents and aims to inspire. “[With me] being from the city of Jackson gives kids hope and being able to come in and do economic development throughout the city when it comes to [recreation] leagues, when it comes to parks, or when
Coalition for Economic Empowerment seeks establishment of African American Studies program
The Coalition for Economic Empowerment is a Black activist group, which has been conducting strategic study, organizing and planning sessions for nearly a decade. It
Activate MS on the road to mobilize Gen Z voters
JANS – The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) launched Activate Mississippi recently with a kickoff reception at Offbeat JXN, 109 North State St. in Jackson.
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