Monica K. Smith, MBA
Chapter President Jackson State University Suburban Georgia Alumni Chapter, Inc. |
President's Message
Greetings My Fellow Jacksonians,
On behalf of the Suburban Georgia Alumni Chapter, I would like to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to alumni, family, and friends to join our chapter and support our mission. Our chapter exists to uplift and support the vision of Jackson State University as a partner to enhance and ensure continued success through increasing student recruitment, engaging more alumni participation, promoting community service, and providing financial support to students and our university. We are making a concerted effort to recruit ALL alums in the suburban Georgia areas with a focused effort on recruiting our young alums. It would be remiss of me not to mention that we have a new multi-talented executive board of alums that represent a diverse range of age groups that are working very hard to serve. We are BACK, by popular demand! Therefore, I invite all our illustrious alums to get involved and join us at our next chapter meeting. You will be welcomed with open arms!! |
Our Vision
To protect the history, legacy and future of Jackson State University within the suburban areas of Georgia.
Our Mission
Chartered in 2018, the Suburban Georgia Chapter of Jackson State University National Alumni Association (JSUNAA) supports the traditions and involvement of Jackson State University - Jackson, Mississippi. Our mission is to cultivate a tradition by unifying alumni through leadership and civic engagement, and to encourage professional development, mend minds, and promote membership recruitment.
We Serve the Suburban Areas of Georgia
The Suburban Georgia Alumni Chapter, as an affiliate of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association Inc., accepts and endorses the mission and vision of the national association in addition to promoting unity and support in the Atlanta community and surrounding areas. Our following service areas are, but not limited to: Cobb, Douglas, Gwinnett and Rockdale County.
The Jackson State University Suburban Georgia Alumni Chapter, as an affiliate of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association Incorporated, accepts and endorses the mission and vision of the National Association in addition to perpetuating memories of the university life.
Advocacy
We are leaders in advancing the quality and stature of Jackson State University. We encourage volunteer and philanthropic support of the University.
Education
We value students and are dedicated to their support and development. We believe in lifelong learning.
Diversity
We value and engage diverse Jackson State University constituents.
Community
We create and foster open communication between all Jackson State University stakeholders (alumni, students, faculty/staff, friends, and supporters) to build and maintain strong relationships.
Service
We are committed to improving our local communities through community-service involvement.
Interdependence
Led by self-governed volunteers, we are the voice of Jackson State University alumni.
Innovation
We are entrepreneurial; we are actively seeking to identify and create new opportunities. We utilize the best practices of peer and aspirational institutions. We stay abreast of cultural, societal, and technological trends relating to alumni population, programs, and services.
Excellence
We commit to the highest quality in all our endeavors (honesty, integrity, and accountability.
Our Leadership Team
President
Monica Knight Smith, MBA Class of 1985 |
First Vice President
Ronnika A. McFall, MBA, APR Class of 2011 |
Ronnika A. McFall is a 2011 Mass Communications graduate from Biloxi, MS. She has a Masters in Business Administration and has obtained her Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). She’s notable for reigning as Miss Jackson State University from 2010 to 2011. She currently lives in Cobb County, GA., with her husband Carlton McFall Jr., and is the Head of US Media Relations for a global charity organization. She is a Strategic Communications and Public Relations leader with almost a decade of experience. |
Second Vice President
Kelly Gills, M.S. Class of 1994 |
Kelly received his BS and MS in Computer Science from our beloved institution. Currently, he resides in Marietta, GA, and works in the IT field for a large company. He is looking forward to helping our chapter grow and prosper. |
Financial Secretary
Angela Reeves, FCLS Class of 1987 |
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Secretary
Symone Davis Class of 2012 |
Symone is a 2012 Mass Communications graduate from Gary, IN. Since her undergrad days, She has been full of Tiger Pride and ready to work and travel for JSU at all times. Symone currently resides in Cobb County, GA, and is a full-time realtor servicing the Metro Atlanta area. |
Assistant Secretary
Muriel Davoll, MBA Class of 1985 |
Muriel is a 1985 Computer Science graduate from Moss Point, MS, currently residing in Gwinnett County, GA. She has a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Clark Atlanta University. She has spent the majority of her career working with large technology companies in sales and marketing. She is currently employed as a National Customer Success Manager at a major software company. Muriel is committed to working hard to help our chapter drive impact with prospective students, in the community, and with our beloved university. |
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Parliamentarian
Sonya Johnson Clark, J.D., RP Class of 1983 |
Chaplain
Alvin Sanders Class of 1982 |
Alvin received his BS in Industrial Technology (Cum Laude) from our beloved institution. Currently, he resides in Dallas, GA, and works in the Aerospace Industry as a Principal Engineer (Design) responsible for Airframe Integration Projects for a leading Research and Development Aerospace Company. He is looking forward to helping and being available to assist in our chapters’ continued growth and prosperity. |
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Sergeant-at-Arms
Dr. Nyki Preacely Class of 2001 |
Atlanta HBCU Alliance Representative
Clyde Owens Class of 1987 |
