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History & Archives
Past Chapter Presidents
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Past Chapter Presidents
Dr. Elizabeth Jean Cyrus Wilson
Stanlee P. Greene
C. Yvette Greene
Ronald Moore (1993-1995)
Richard Taylor (1995-1997)
Keith Adams (1997-2001)
Terry L. Woodard (2001-2005)
Yolanda R. Owens (2005-2009)
Ranetta Goss (2009-2013)
Dominic R. Jefferson (2013-2017)
Kenneth Archer (2017-2020)
Deborah C. Taylor (2020-2023)
Sylvester Taylor (2023-Present)
Trailblazers
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Past Chapter Presidents
Claudia Greene (2006)
Terry Woodard (2007)
Richard Taylor (2008)
Keith Adams (2009)
Stanlee P. Greene (2010) posthumously
Sharon Barnett Dorris (2013)
Ronald Moore (2014)
Stafinee Patterson (2015)
Gilbert Patterson (2016)
Dominic Jefferson (2017)
Willie and Tommie Farmer (2018)
James and Shelia Gardner (2019)
Sylvester Taylor (2020)
Yolanda Owens (2021)
Kenneth Archer (2022)
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Ronald Moore
Richard Taylor
C.Yvette Greene
Robinette Rasberry
Keith Adams
Terry Woodard
Yolanda Owens
Ranetta Goss
Sharon Watts
Dominic Jefferson
Kenneth Archer
Veronica Crawford
Sylvester Taylor
Deborah C. Taylor (2019)
Jerome Jones (2020)
Amethyst Whitley (2021)
JSU History
Chapter History
Alumnus of the Year (Local)
Founded as Natchez Seminary in 1877 by the American Baptist Home mission Society, the school was established as Natchez, Mississippi “for the moral, religious and intellectual improvement of Christian leaders of the colored people of Mississippi and the neighboring states.” In November 1882, the school was moved to Jackson; in March 1899, the curriculum was expanded and the name was changed to Jackson College.
JSUNAA Purpose
Chapter History
Chapter History
The purpose of this Association is (1) to formally associate the alumni of Jackson State University into a legally based organization; (2) to provide financial and moral support to the University through its membership; (3) to establish local chapters; (4) to elect regional vice presidents and other board members and executive officers; (5) to foster support for the University at the local, state, regional, and national levels; and (6) to regulate the activities of local chapters throughout the nation.
Chapter History
Chapter History
Chapter History
Established in 1965, the Metro Atlanta Chapter of Jackson State University's National Alumni Association exists to support the mission and vision of Jackson State University, Jackson, Mississippi. To that end, the chapter actively engages in student recruitment, alumni retention, community outreach and fundraising activities. The Chapter promotes, plans and executes activities within Fulton, Fayette, DeKalb, Rockdale, Henry, Clayton, Douglas, Cobb, and Gwinnett Counties.
Thee Power of Us Black Tie Gala is an elegant evening of excellence, unity, and celebration hosted by the Metro Atlanta Chapter of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association (JSUNAA).
This premier event will bring together JSU Alumni, community leaders, and supporters for a night of elegance, inspiration, and purpose. Guests will enjoy an exquisite dinner, live entertainment, and special recognitions honoring outstanding alumni and community partners who embody the spirit of Tiger Pride.
Early-bird tickets are officially on sale now through January 20, 2026! Don’t miss your chance to secure your seat at the signature fundraiser celebration of Tiger excellence, unity, and impact. Due to the economic climate we are currently facing, payment plan options are available online.
All proceeds directly support:
• Scholarships
• Student success initiatives
• Community engagement programs
All proceeds from the gala will support scholarships, student success initiatives, and community engagement programs that strengthen our JSU legacy and impact. Together, we celebrate Thee Power of Us because when Tigers unite, we lead, we serve, and we thrive
Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Available
• Sterling Tiger Sponsor- $2,500
• Premier Tiger Sponsor- $5,000
• Elite Tiger Sponsor- $7,500
If interested in corporate sponsorship, click here for more information or purchase online. All contributions are Tax Deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS.
Make checks payable to:
JSUNAA- Metro Atlanta Chapter, Inc.
THEE Power of Us Committee
240 Peachtree Street NW, #57122
Atlanta, GA 30343
Prestige awards 2022
2022 Trailblazer
2022 Alumnus of the Year
2022 Alumnus of the Year
Sylvester Taylor was awarded the Stanlee P. & Claudia M. Greene Trailblazer award for 2020
2022 Alumnus of the Year
2022 Alumnus of the Year
2022 Alumnus of the Year
Jerome Jones awarded the Terry L. Woodard Alumnus of the Year award for 2022
