Katrice Walker Clopton, Paine College- c/o 2004, Social Science
Name : Katrice Walker Clopton
HBCU : Paine College
Graduation Year : 2004
Major : Social Science
Email : iamkatrice1@gmail.com
Where are you from? Who introduced you to HBCUs?*
I am from Burke County, Waynesboro, Ga. I was introduced to Paine College by my 12th grade DCT teacher Mr. Harrison Simpson, who told me I should consider attending a HBCU.
Why did you choose an HBCU over a pwi?*
At the time, I wanted to be closer to home and attend a college where I was known as a person by name and not a number.
What is the story of your "experience" at Your HBCU given its heralded status as a stellar and prestigious institution?*
My experience at my HBCU was definitely one to remember. It helped shape and mold me into the woman I am today.
I was taught valuable morals and life experiences by attending Paine College. I was also taught to advocate for myself during these times that were very useful in stepping out in the real world. My HBCU experience felt like a family that wanted the very best for you.
"First time" experiences at your HBCU?*
My first time experience at an HBCU was being around different people from different backgrounds. We had students from up North, Westside, Eastside, The South, and even Africa and Hawaii. I was around different cultures and we learned a lot from each other.
Who are the professors that have impacted your life in and out of the classroom? How did they do that?*
I will never forget Dr. Mohanty. He taught me to always reach for the stars. He pushed me even when there were times I didn’t want to be pushed. He believed in me more than I even believed in myself at that time.
Are you a member of a sorority?
Yes. I am a member of the prestigious Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated. Fall 2002, Paine College, Delta Omicron Chapter, Augusta, Ga.
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Entrepreneur? Tell us about your business.
I own a Successful home-based business K Clopton & Co. through Paparazzi Accessories, where I sell and share $5 jewelry and train and teach others to do the same. I am an Elite Jetsetter and multi 6 figure earner.
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- Notable Alumni: John Wesley Gilbert - 1886 - First African-American archaeologist** Emma R. Gresham - 1953 - Mayor of Keysville, Georgia (1985-2005) and the second African American female to be elected as a chief official in Georgia** Louis Lomax - 1942 - Journalist, first African American to appear on television as a newsman** Joseph Lowery - President of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference 1977-1997** Mike Thurmond - 1975 - Attorney and first African-American elected as Georgia Labor Commissioner** Channing Tobias - 1902 - Civil rights activist and appointee on the President's Committee on Civil Rights** Woodie W. White - 1958 - Bishop of the United Methodist Church** Frank Yerby - 1937 - Internationally acclaimed author and film writer**
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