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Justin Keys

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Inaugural Kennard Scholar BSBA in marketing, 2016 Hattiesburg, Mississippi

 

What type of career have you pursued and want to achieve in the future?

Corporate Marketing + Branding (MBA, Belhaven University, 2018)

How did receiving the Clyde Kennard scholarship impact you?

Receiving the Clyde Kennard scholarship impacted me in a multitude of ways. In addition to the monetary award that helped towards tuition, the Kennard Scholars program introduced me to some amazing people and equally amazing opportunities. 

Because I grew up in Hattiesburg, I learned about the Clyde Kennard story and his legacy at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø at a pretty young age. After being selected as a part of the inaugural cohort for the program, I felt even more indebted to continue pushing his mission forward. From the academic enrichment curriculum created for the program, to the uncomfortable yet necessary history that we took a deep dive into, this program was an integral part of my time at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø. Dr. Eddie Holloway, Dr. Johnell Goins and my Kennard Scholar mentor, Officer Thomas, played a major role for me in this program, and I couldn91³Ô¹ÏÍø™t be more appreciative for their guidance, motivation and support.

Early on, I made the conscious effort to make a difference at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, just as Kennard did. Becoming involved in organizations that promoted progression and positivity were at the forefront of that mission.

How did your academic pursuits or journey honor Kennard91³Ô¹ÏÍø legacy?

When I reflect on my time at Southern, I can91³Ô¹ÏÍø™t help but think about the giants that made it all possible. Giants like Clyde Kennard who had to fight for something as simple as his education. I believe I honored Clyde Kennard91³Ô¹ÏÍø legacy by being more than just a student on campus. Early on, I made the conscious effort to make a difference at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, just as Kennard did. Becoming involved in organizations that promoted progression and positivity were at the forefront of that mission. In addition to those organizations, having meaningful conversations about Kennard91³Ô¹ÏÍø story created a space for transparency and true change. To this day, not only is Clyde Kennard91³Ô¹ÏÍø name being recognized, but his legacy is being honored by the great work of this program.

 

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