Maxine Mathis, Clark Atlanta University- c/o 2018, Criminal Justice
Name : Maxine Mathis
HBCU : Clark Atlanta University
Graduation Year : 2018
Major : Criminal Justice
Minor : Computer Science
Email : maxinemathis@gmail.com
Where are you from? Who introduced you to HBCUs?*
I am from Chicago, IL. My family has a tradition that we attend an HBCU after high school graduation.
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Why did you choose an HBCU over a pwi?*
I chose my HBCU over a PWI based on family tradition and culturally I needed the experience in my life to become a better version of myself.
What is the story of your "experience" at Your HBCU given its heralded status as a stellar and prestigious institution?*
My story is simple. I was the girl who wanted to be a part of everything and wanted to leave my mark on campus for future generations.
CAU was not my first choice (FAMU was) but CAU was the first to send me an acceptance letter. After doing my research I found my love for the school growing without even stepping foot on campus until move-in day.
"First time" experiences at your HBCU?*
My most memorable “first time“ experience would definitely be the first time I swag surfed. After leaving a predominantly white high school I didn’t know much about traditions such as swag surfing so that was definitely one for the books! That and my first fried chicken Wednesday.
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Who are the professors that have impacted your life in and out of the classroom? How did they do that?*
Dr. Simon, Ms. Adams, & Ms. Raglin impacted my life in profound ways. While Dr. Simon was my actual professor all three of these individuals molded me into a better person and helped me to adjust my perspective on life.
What sports and/or extra curricular activities did you do in High School? And why?
I was a cheerleader in high school. So transitioning from cheering competitively to not keeping the same workout regimen was definitely an adjustment both mentally and physically.
Entrepreneur? Tell us about your business.
I have two entrepreneurial ventures. I have my own custom t-shirt and personalized items business based in Chicago. However I also have a YouTube channel that is geared towards arts and crafts for kids.
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Clark Atlanta University
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Students: 3,485
- Athletics: Clark Atlanta University competes within the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Division II. Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football and track & field; while women's sports include basketball, cross country, softball, tennis, track & field and volleyball.
- Notable Alumni: Ralph Abernathy - 1951 - Civil rights activist** Brenda S. Banks - Archivist, Deputy Director of the Georgia Department of Archives and History and founder of Banks Archives Consultants** Bryan Barber - 1996 - Director of the 2006 film Idlewild** Kenya Barris - Creator and executive producer of ABC's Black-ish** Marva Collins - 1957 - Educator; founder and director of the Westside Preparatory School in Chicago, Illinois** Amanda Davis - News anchor at CBS 46 in Atlanta, Georgia** DJ Drama - 2000 - Music producer** Alexander Jefferson - 1942 - Retired US Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and a member of the Tuskegee Airmen** Robert R. Jennings - President of Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University** Henry C. "Hank" Johnson 1976 U.S. Congressman, Georgia 4th District Otis Johnson - 1969 - Mayor of Savannah, Georgia** Bomani Jones - 2001 - Sportswriter, Co-Host of Highly Questionable** Kenny Leon - 1978 - Tony Award winning Broadway and film director. Former artistic director of Atlanta's Alliance Theatre** Evelyn G. Lowery - American civil rights activist and leader; marched in the historic Selma to Montgomery March** Mason "Mase" Durrell Bethea - Rapper** Valeisha Butterfield Jones - 2000 - Founder and CEO of the Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network (WEEN), political strategist, youth and women’s activist, author and media personality** Eva Pigford - Model/actress; winner of America's Next Top Model Cycle 3** Nnegest Likke - Movie director and screenwriter** Jacque Reid - 1995 - Journalist** Pernessa C. Seele - Immunologist and the CEO and founder of Balm in Gilead, Inc.** C. Lamont Smith - Sports agent, the founder and president of All Pro Sports and Entertainment** Ella Gaines Yates - First African-American director of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System**
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