Quincy Wheaton, Grambling State University- c/o 2016, Mass Communications
Name : Quincy Wheaton
HBCU : Grambling State University
Graduation Year : 2016
Major : Mass Communications
Where are you from? Who introduced you to HBCUs?*
I am from Houston, Texas. I was first introduced to HBCUs from being around my mother’s side of the family. Our family consists of a number of HBCUs including, Grambling State University, Southern University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, and Prairie View A & M University.
Quincy Wheaton walking to class on the GSU campus
Why did you choose an HBCU over a pwi?*
I knew I wanted to go to an HBCU because I just wanted that feeling of being surrounded by people that look just like me, and the feeling of nothing but black heritage, culture, and history. I knew I wouldn’t be able to receive the same experience I have thus far from being at Grambling State University, at a PWI.
What is the story of your "experience" at Your HBCU given its heralded status as a stellar and prestigious institution?*
Before coming to Grambling State University, I knew I wanted to make a big name for myself there. The initial plan was to be a drum major, leading the “World Famed” Tiger Marching Band, but I didn’t stick with band after I graduated from high school. I came to Grambling just showcasing my talent of dancing and that was how I was initially seen around campus. As the years went on, I matured a bit and changed up my style of how I dressed and presented myself, from sweats, Chucks {Chuck Taylor’s}, durags, and fitted caps, to tailored suits, suspenders, wingtips and oxfords.Meeting Erykah Badu for the first time at Grambling was truly amazing. I’ll never forget anything about that day. Erykah was set to perform for our Homecoming concert, and I had permission to be one of the personalities to interview her. Her flight was delayed in Dallas, so she didn’t get there until about one something in the morning, but she gave the crowd more than their money’s worth when she performed.
"First time" experiences at your HBCU?*
Meeting Erykah Badu for the first time at Grambling was truly amazing. I’ll never forget anything about that day. Erykah was set to perform for our Homecoming concert, and I had permission to be one of the personalities to interview her. Her flight was delayed in Dallas, so she didn’t get there until about one something in the morning, but she gave the crowd more than their money’s worth when she performed.
Who are the professors that have impacted your life in and out of the classroom? How did they do that?*
Two professors that have impacted me in and out of the classroom, are two of my mass comm. teachers, Mr. Santoria Black, and Mr. Alan Blakeney. These two teachers have managed to teach me more about the media field than I was planning to get out of it. With my concentration as broadcasting, I was strictly focusing on just working on the radio, but with these two teachers, I was able to learn so much more.
I can work in front of a camera, and behind, work the audio controls, edit videos and so much more useful information I can take with me. It was Mr. Black who provided me with my first internship working at a radio station and being able to use my voice. They’re more than teachers, but mentors, that manage to leave an impact on you.
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Post Graduates: 980 - Athletics: Grambling State University competes in the NCAA Division I (Football Championship Subdivision for football) in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Currently, the Grambling State University Department of Athletics sponsors Men's Intercollegiate football, along with men's and women's basketball, baseball, track & field, softball, golf, soccer, tennis, bowling and volleyball. RIVALS: Southern University, Prairie View A&M University, and Texas Southern University.
- Notable Alumni: Charles M. Blow - 1991 - New York Times columnist** Erykah Badu - Grammy Award-winning artist** Natalie Desselle-Reid - Actress best known for roles in B*A*P*S, Def Jam's How to Be a Player, and Disney's Cinderella** Judi Ann Mason - Television writer, producer and playwright** Burl Cain - Master's degree in criminal justice, now warden of the Louisiana State Penitentiary (also known as Angola)** Ollie Tyler - Mayor of Shreveport; former interim state superintendent of education; former Caddo Parish school superintendent** E. Edward Jones - 1952 - Educator, civil rights advocate, pastor, and former president of the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc., in Shreveport** Edward Joseph Price - 1975 - Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives (District 58), businessman in Gonzales** Alicia Reece - Politician, member of the Ohio House of Representatives (33rd district)** Robert Bobb - Politician and public administrator; Emergency Financial Director for Detroit Public Schools; city manager for thirty years in the cities of Kalamazoo, Michigan; Santa Ana, California; and Richmond, Virginia** Israel "Bo" Curtis - Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1992 to 2008; member of the Rapides Parish School Board from 1976 to 1992** Bettye Davis - Member of the Alaska Senate and former member of the Alaska House of Representatives from the 21st district** Rick Gallot - Democratic member of the Louisiana State Senate for District 29 since 2012; former state representative for the 11th district** Jeff Hall - Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives (District 26), accountant in Alexandria** Patricia Cage-Bibbs - 1972 - Women's basketball head coach at North Carolina A&T State University, Hampton University, and Grambling State University; has over 400 wins in her coaching career** Ronnie Coleman - Professional bodybuilder and eight-time Mr. Olympia winner** Jason Hatcher - 2006 - Current NFL defensive end** Tyree Hollins - professional football player** Doug Williams - former NFL quarterback; MVP of Super Bowl XXII**
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