Umaja Savoy, Southern University- c/o 1997, Public Policy and Administration
Name : Umaja Savoy
HBCU : Southern University
Graduation Year : 1997
Major : Public Policy and Administration
Minor : English
Email : umaja_savoy@hotmail.com
Where are you from? Who introduced you to HBCUs?*
Eunice, Louisiana and my cousin.
Why did you choose an HBCU over a pwi?*
I really wanted to reconnect and be around my people after I was honorably discharged from the military.
What is the story of your "experience" at Your HBCU given its heralded status as a stellar and prestigious institution?*
My experience was one of the best periods in my life. It was a feeling of being amongst family. Everyone in my department helped everyone and it was a group effort. You never felt all alone someone was always there to help and cheer you on.
"First time" experiences at your HBCU?*
My first time experiences were the football games and half time. They were amazing seeing the band on the field and performing each football game. Also the tailgating before the games was like a great big family reunion. We had the best times.
Who are the professors that have impacted your life in and out of the classroom? How did they do that?*
Dr. Tarver was one of my favourites because he was always so encouraging and Dr. Igegeri.
Dr. Igegeri always was there to help no matter what the issue was.
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Southern University
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Students: 6,152
- Athletics: Southern University A & M University participates in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) which is a part of the NCAA Division I. Football participates in the Football Championship Subdivision (formerly Division I-AA). Southern University A & M University offers Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, and Volleyball. RIVALS: Jackson State University, Texas Southern University, and Grambling State University.
- Notable Alumni: Alfred C. Williams - 1972 - Member of the Louisiana House from Baton Rouge since 2012; former school board member and attorney** Patrick C. Williams - State representative for Caddo Parish since 2007** Marcus Hunter - 2002 - Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from District 17 in Ouachita Parish** Mike Foster - 2004 (Juris Doctor) - 53rd governor of Louisiana** Melvin "Kip" Holden - 1982;1985 - First African-American mayor of Baton Rouge, Louisiana** Troy E. Brown - Member of the Louisiana State Senate from 2012 until his resignation in 2017** Faith Jenkins - Miss Louisiana 2000, Miss America runner-up 2001, attorney, TV personality, star of Judge Faith** Randy Jackson - 1979 - Musician, record producer, former American Idol judge** Lavell Crump - 1997 - AKA David Banner; music recording artist, producer, actor**
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