The Athlete. Many know Stevie Baggs Jr. for his athletic career as a three-time All-American linebacker, playing in both the NFL and CFL, for teams including the Baltimore Ravens, Arizona Cardinals, Saskatchewan Roughriders, and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. During his college football career, Stevie Baggs Jr. earned his nickname, “Shakespeare”, by making plays on and off the field. He graduated in 2005 with a degree in International Business from Bethune Cookman University.
Calling ALL HBCU Administration, Staff, Students and Alumni to the first HBCU Change “Keys to Growth” conference next Tuesday Dec. 1st at 6pm.
This conference will feature Daymond John of ABC’s Shark Tank and founder of FUBU and Gary Vaynerchuk the CEO of Vayner Media. These industry leaders will speak on the topic of using innovation through technology, marketing, and licensing to improve HBCUs. You don’t want to miss this free conference.
Mariah Renae Rhodes, is a senior, Political Science major from Memphis, Tennessee born on September 29th, 1999. Mariah is a graduate of Power Center Academy High School, in which she participated in the Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor’s Society, and the Beta Club. During graduation, she was recognized for earning 3.8 Million dollars in scholarships.
From a little African girl learning to love her identity, to a soldier learning the values of duty and respect, to a student who was given the opportunity to soar. Heave Nahra is a senior, Computer Information Systems Major, from Alexandria, VA. Vying to be Miss NBCA Hall of Fame 2020-2021. Her time at Saint Augustine’s University has been productive and fulfilling.
Ashlee Davis is a senior Mass Communications major with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Law Studies. As Miss Delaware State University, she has combined her communication skills and leadership ability to establish DSU Connect, an innovative Alumni Mentoring Program that strengthens students’ transition from undergraduate to professional life. Additionally, she has implemented voter registration drives and forums that have successfully registered hundreds of students to vote.
Brianna Rascoe is a Senior Psychology Scholar minoring in Public Relations. Home grown in Greensboro, North Carolina, she has aspirations to enter corporate America upon graduation. Brianna has served in various positions in the Student Government Association to include: Freshman class historian, Miss Sophomore and now the 86th Miss North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. In addition to those positions, she has also served her university as an Aggie Success Leader, Resident Assistant, Peer Facilitator with the Health Centers Healthy Learning and Living Initiative and she has also served as a University Tutor.
Lucinda K. Conteh is a senior Business Management Major with a concentration in Finance from Ewing, New Jersey by way of Sierra Leone, West Africa and she humbly serves as the 92nd Miss Virginia State University. Lucinda formerly served on the Royal Court as Miss Sophomore 2018-2019, is a Trojan Leadership Program mentor to freshmen students, as well as the Events Coordinator and former Vice President of Virginia State University’s African Student Association. In addition to those previously listed, Lucinda is also a member of the Richmond Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants and frequently volunteers her time on campus and in her community through various acts of service.
Miss Erika Nicole Johnson is a fourth year Voice Performance student at Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University in Tallahassee, Florida and the 114th Miss FAMU. She was born in Dallas, Texas to Mr. Frederick and Dr. Vivian B. Johnson and is the youngest in a long line of FAMU Rattlers.
Amiya JaBrea Crockrom is the youngest daughter of Wayne and Cynthia Crockrom. Amiya was born on January 28, 1999 in Chicago, Illinois. She is currently a graduating senior at the Illustrious Clark Atlanta University, with a 3.5 GPA, majoring in Mass Media Arts with a concentration in Radio, TV, and Film. Amiya is currently serving as the 32nd Miss Clark Atlanta University.
“Aspire not to make a living but to make a difference.” Greetings and humble salutations I am Patria Gatson, hailing all the way from the magical city of Birmingham Alabama, where I was brought up within a substantial loving home. Raised by my single mother Shannon Gatson, I was exposed at an early age the importance of humble beginnings and resilience through hardships. Though my family did not have much, we had what we needed, unconditional love and tight netted support.
Brianna Blake is a graduating senior studying biochemistry and molecular biology with a minor in biology and bioinformatics. She was born in Washington, D.C. from her parents LaShawn Johnson and Vernon Blake, and has seven wonderful siblings. Her single mother raised her and her sister in Prince George’s County of Maryland.
