The HBCU Podcast

On this episode, we have Dr. Melencia Johnson. She’s a graduate of Norfolk State University. She currently serves as Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of South Carolina- Aiken. She’s also a world traveler.

During this episode, we talk about her HBCU experience, her career, and love for travel. 

Find out more about our guest and her travel, check her out on Instagram at @DrMelMel 

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On this episode of “The HBCU Podcast,” we discuss common stereotypes and myths associated with Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We also chit chat about #HomecomingSeason and how we’re preparing for Claflin University’s homecoming activities.

Shout-Out to Claflin University Alumnus, @DJGQue for the podcast intro/outro. Check his mixes here: https://www.mixcloud.com/DJGQue/

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On this episode, we have Mr. Dexter L. Reaves. He's a graduate of Benedict College. He’s Executive Director of Pleasant Valley Connection Incorporated, a childcare and community center in Greenville, SC. He has 22 years of public service experience, having served in the Greenville County School District for over 10 years. He is also a former Greenville County Sheriff’s Deputy and has served as a Police Officer and Boot Camp Director for the City of Greer’s Police Department.

During this episode, we talk about his love for Benedict College, his current political campaign, and mentorship.

Find out more about our guest, Dexter L. Reaves • www.dexterlreaves.com
• www.pleasantvalleyconnection.org • Follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @DexterLReaves

On this episode, we have Chef Jaaion Barnes. He’s a graduate of Grambling State University. The New Orleans native has an extensive resume including Executive Chef positions at Atlanta’s Hartsfield Jackson Airport and Old Lady Gang Southern Eatery. He’s also a culinary consultant.

During this episode we talk about his new show “The Graduates ATL”, journeyed through his career as a chef and talked about how he’s paying it forward to his alma mater.

Find out more about our guest, @ChefJaaion on Instagram • See his new show at www.Aspire.TV

On this episode, we have Mrs. Cheri Miller. She’s minister, mother, wife and pageant aficionado. Cheri has represented her hometown of Washington, DC as Miss District of Columbia Teen USA and is a former Miss Clark Atlanta University. She actively works within the realms of ministry, education, and women’s empowerment.

During this episode, we talk about her time at Clark Atlanta University, work-life balance and properly prioritizing God. 

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On this episode of “The HBCU Podcast,” we discuss the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Weekend and the 30 Year Anniversary of the iconic television series “A Different World”(14:03). 

The “HBCU Shout Out” goes to all HBCU’s represented at the NBCA Hall of Fame & Prairie View A&M University for a Homecoming win.

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On this episode of “The HBCU Podcast,” we’re joined by Bre Maxwell. We talk about the NEW Executive Director for the White House Initiative on HBCUs, a new HBCU reality show “The Graduates ATL” and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference.

HBCU Shout Out goes to HBCU Research Magazine and SC State Alumnus, Wes Bellamy.

Co-host on Twitter: @BreMaxwell

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On this episode, we have Ms. Ala’Torya Crandford. She’s a graduate of Paine College and a higher education professional. She’s also the CEO and President of Transpire One, a nonprofit dedicated to youth mentorship, self-discovery and leadership growth.

During this episode, we talk about… her HBCU career journey, her dedication to college readiness and alumni giving. 

Find out more about our guest, Ala'Torya Cranford • www.TranspireOne.org • Instagram & Twitter: @TranspireOneInc

On episode five of “The HBCU Podcast,” we chat about Howard University’s athletic victories, Issa Rae’s Dillard University lecture series appearance and the National HBCU Week Conference... happening Sept. 17 -19 by the way.

Major shout-out to Claflin University Alumnus, @DJGQue for the podcast intro and outro. You can check him out on Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/DJGQue/gque-fridays-3rd-installment/

HBCU Shout-Out goes to Lawrence Weekly, an alumnus of Grambling State University. 

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On episode four of “The HBCU Podcast,”  we finally hear from co-host, Tommi! We talk about Hurricane Relief,  “hot button” issue… the HBCU Conference. We also weigh in on whether some Georgia HBCUs are in jeopardy of being merged?

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