πΆ HBCU voices are taking center stage!
For the first time ever, the Stellar Awards introduced an HBCU Choir of the Year category β and JCSU is ready to represent with gold before blue excellence. ππ
Vote now: stellarawards.com#neweraofexcellence
We cannot stand idly by as those in power seek to diminish Black voter representation and undo the progress that those who came before us fought, suffered, and even died for.
Thank you to @JCSUniversity Class of 2026 for their outstanding commitment to being the citizen-soldiers we need at this moment in our history.
When the Governor comes to celebrate YOUR moment. ποΈβ¨
So honored to have Governor Wes Moore join the Johnson C. Smith University family for Commencement. Inspiring the next generation of leaders!
#JCSU#HBCUExcellence#Commencement
Johnson C. Smith University gathered to celebrate and honor the incomparable Dr. Helen T. Caldwell as she closes one extraordinary chapter and begins a well-deserved new one. πβ¨
Dr. Caldwell's contributions to well. JCSU is forever better because of you. π
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Jayden Petrus β JCSU Class of 2026 Valedictorian. Software Engineer at Bank of America. Future pastor. Married his college sweetheart. All at Johnson C. Smith University. πβ¨
π Read his full Great Grad story β jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦
Isabella Gonce β SGA President, Sport Management major, and social media influencer with 100K followers β activated JCSUβs legislative branch for the first time in modern history and leaves behind a student governance system that will outlast her reign.
jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦
From shy freshman who skipped Homecoming to Georgetown Law. ππ
Marvin Brown β first-generation college student, James B. Duke Scholar, McNair Scholar, HBCU Honors Scholar β graduates in the top of his class.
π Read his full Great Grad story β jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦
Jaiden Isome β the 99th Miss Johnson C. Smith University β leaves JCSU as a biology graduate, AKA soror, and future prenatal genetic counselor with a mission to advocate for maternal and infant health. πβ¨
π Read her full Great Grad story β jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦
Once a Golden Bull β always a Golden Bull. ππ
Kileem Slayton is a two-time JCSU graduate, MSW SGA President, new dad to baby Noble, and future PhD student at Norfolk State. His mission? Providing therapy to single parents in Charlotte. ππΎ
jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦
She coded her way to the top β then crocheted a club along the way.
Meet Kyla Thomas β JCSU Class of 2026 Salutatorian, Esports Club President, Crochet Club Founder, and incoming Technology Consultant.
π Read her full Great Grad story β jcsu.edu/commencement/great-β¦#JCSU
History meets innovation at @JCSUniversity! Located in Charlotteβs historic West End, this premier HBCU is a hub for talent and leadership.
Why we love it:
β¨ Strong focus on STEM, Computer Science, and Data Analytics.
β¨ Deep ties to Charlotteβs business community for internships and jobs.
β¨ A proud "Golden Bull" heritage that fosters a lifelong network.Β
Counselors: JCSU is a great choice for students who want a historic HBCU experience in the heart of a major financial and tech hub.
π The New JCSU: ncicu.org/johnson-c-smith-unβ¦#NCICU#JCSU
Transformation is happening β on our campus AND in our community. ποΈπ
President Dr. Valerie Kinloch brings this weekβs Motivational Monday straight from the Westplex site with a message for every Golden Bull. ππ
Dream it. Build it. Live it. πβ¨
#MotivationalMonday#JCSU
I enjoyed teaming up with @JCSUniversity student journalist Jaslynn Vorachith on this deep dive. Irwin Creek is under our noses, yet hardly recognized for its role in Charlotte's ecosystem.
Irwin Creek quenched Charlotteβs thirst.
Its teeming springs nourished Black communities with fish and wildlife. It was the site of swim lessons and church baptisms. Irwin also paid a price for Charlotteβs growth. Today, a transformation is underway.
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The Johnson C. Smith University Debate team joined President Valerie Kinloch, Ph.D. and the JCSU Board of Trustees for breakfast inside the Mary Joyce Taylor Crisp Student Union on the heels of the Debate Team's historic NCICU Championship Win! Congratulations!
Music is a message that brings universal love to one and all.β
The 65th IMA Conference landed at JCSU. 14 HBCUs. One stage. ππ
#neweraofexcellence#JCSU#IMAConference#HBCUMu