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our MISSIONTexas Southern University is a comprehensive metropolitan university.

Building on its legacy as a historically black institution, the University

provides academic and research programs that address critical urban issues

and prepares an ethnically diverse student population to become a force

for positive change in a global society. In order to achieve this mission,

Texas Southern University provides:

• quality instruction in a culture of innovative teaching and learning;

• basic and applied research and scholarship that is responsive to

community issues;

• opportunities for public service that benefit the community and

the world.

Texas Southern University will become one of the nation’s preeminent

comprehensive, metropolitan universities. We will be recognized by the

excellence of our programs, the quality of our instruction, our innovative

research and our desire to be a contributing partner to our community,

state, nation and world.

our VISION

TSU President John M. Rudley with Julian Henderson (left), fourth year Pharmacy major, and Student Regent Juan Sorto (right), 2012 alumnus (M.P.A., Public Administration); 2015 doctoral candidate (Urban Planning).

ON THE COVER

As a public urban research institution,

TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY is uniquely positioned

to create lasting change on a local and global level. And

it shows. As we move forward in the 21st century, our

vision of becoming one of the nation’s preeminent

comprehensive, metropolitan universities is becoming

clearer. In the past year alone, we’ve gained recognition

not only for our innovation, but also for our

contribution to society at-large—fulfilling our mission

to become a force for positive change.

Located in the nation’s fourth-largest city, TSU is

optimally positioned to accomplish these goals. But

none of them would possible without the students,

faculty, researchers and administrators who work

tirelessly to bring them to fruition. It’s the critical

thinkers, dreamers, achievers and doers who will help

Texas Southern University become the premiere

urban-serving university in the nation.

A LASTING IMPACTThough the celebration of Texas Southern University’s first century is still over a decade away, we can proudly boast of a storied legacy of producing an impact for the ages. In every venue of public life, in every corner of the globe, Texas Southern’s influence can be found in a myriad of individuals, innovations and institutions. And our recent Economic Impact Survey demonstrates how the University has had a positive effect on the Houston region.

Already, during our first 85 years, Texas Southern has been at the forefront of preparing for the dynamic changes in this nation’s demographics. As a historically black institution, proud of its roots, Texas South-ern has successfully embraced the new global dynamics of a multicultural society. Case in point; Texas Southern was chosen as one of only 42 sites nationwide to house the prestigious Confucius Institute—an entity aimed at developing academic and cultural programs related to Chinese language and cultures. A partnership with TSU, the Chinese government, and Beijing Jiaotong University, the Confucius Institute exemplifies the University’s willingness to illuminate the path for global marketplace success not only for our students, faculty and alumni, but for all institutions courageous enough to follow our lead.

The University is firmly affixed atop a solid financial foundation, as evidenced by Moody’s decision to increase Texas Southern’s Bond Ratings another 2 points for the third time—making this the fifth increase in three years. As a result, we are now reaping the benefits of a re-engaged philanthropic community. The Gerald and Anita Smith Endowed Scholarship, for example, successfully launched the University’s new Matching Endowment Program that will go a long way toward increasing our total scholarship endowment, thus guaranteeing the University funds to attract the nation’s best and brightest students for generations to come.

To provide these future Legends and Leaders with facilities on par with the University’s cutting-edge programs, Texas Southern’s Board of Regents recently approved and released plans for a $41.5 million, 215,000 square foot Resident Housing Complex—an 800-bed freshman facility scheduled to be com-pleted by July 2014. We also will complete construction of the new Technology building to house our Transportation and Engineering Technology programs and other significant research centers and pro-grams.

Our 85th anniversary year was highlighted by the release of the Our Story Project, a multi-media telling of the University’s history from the perspective of those who made it. And the story of Texas Southern con-tinues to be written. Whether through the continuous introduction of new and cutting-edge academic offerings, the ongoing expansion of student support services, or the ever-present reality of student and faculty accomplishments, we ready ourselves to celebrate the next chapter of Texas Southern Univer-sity’s global impact.

Sincerely,

John M. Rudley

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

TSU students enter col-lege with aspirations to graduate with marketable skills. And the University takes every measure to help make that happen. The result? Graduates who are fully-equipped for today’s 21st century workforce. The secret to their success is two-fold: self-determination — evi-denced by the numerous scholarships that have been awarded to students over the past year, and motivation — evidenced by an increase in student re-tention rates. Upon gradu-ation, TSU alumni are ready to face the world.

RESEARCH

Extraordinary research has the power to change everyday lives. As a university committed to serving urban populations, we promote research that addresses health dispari-ties. From the College of Science and Technology to the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, our profes-sors and students devote thought and energy to solving issues that im-prove the quality of human life. We are confident that ultimately, their scholar-ship will aid in helping to reduce health disparities. With concerted effort, we’re making strides to improve the quality of life for urban communities.

WORKFORCE

We inspire students to think bigger. As a result, they realize the value of a TSU education: an experi-ence that prepares them to meet the needs of the 21st century workforce. Through its programs and partnerships, the Uni-versity is rapidly becom-ing a major contributor to the economy of the Houston Metropolitan region. Whether the work takes place at the Port of Houston Authority, here on campus, or in the commu-nity, our focus on prepar-ing alumni for the job market has had a major impact on regional eco-nomic development.

COMMUNITY

At the heart of Texas Southern University is a mission to prepare students not only for suc-cess, but also to serve in their communities. With each graduating class, a new wave of TSU alumni becomes a force for posi-tive change. From campus organizations to individual efforts, our students are cognizant that they are part of a legacy of ac-tivism. As community-focused leaders, they’re determined to give back to their communities. Here on campus and far beyond, TSU alumni are agents of change.

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on-one relationships she’s developed with her patients.

“Many pharmacists say that they enjoy being able to help people, but for me, it’s more than that,” Williams says, describing how the patients rely on her expertise long after the last prescription is filled. She regularly advises her great grandmother, who is now 102, on her prescriptions—making sure that her medications are taken correctly. She also appreciates that the field of pharmacy has moved beyond a retail setting into other areas, allowing pharmacists to care for the community in new ways. “I really like that I get to do so many different things with one degree. It’s a continuous education.”

Williams is quick to admit that the road to the career she enjoys today wasn’t always easy. As a freshman and throughout much of her undergraduate career, she struggled with self-doubt. “I questioned myself the entire time,” she shares. “But I kept pushing.”

In the process, she gained a support network that allowed her to flourish as an Honors Scholar and gave her the encouragement to achieve the success she’s found today. “TSU took me under its wing. It really felt like home.”

As a graduating high school senior, Keondra Williams wasn’t sure if going away to college fit into her life’s plans. She says she struggled with the deci-sion to accept a scholarship to a school in Oklahoma or stay closer to home. At the time, Williams’ younger brother, who is autistic, needed extra care. Other, older family members relied on her greatly. And she herself had been diagnosed with cancer—twice—during that year. Despite graduating at the top of her class, she decided that leaving home was not the best choice.

After one semester at another university, the Houston native chose to enroll at TSU. As the year progressed, Williams found a network of professors and students in the College of Pharma-cy and Health Sciences who encouraged her to pursue the career she has today. “Their enthusiasm for the program in-spired me to seek out information about majoring in pharmacy,” she says. “And I fell in love with it.”

Williams credits the size of TSU and its supportive atmosphere with helping her succeed. “It always felt like some-one was looking out for me,” she says.

Today, Williams finds professional satisfaction not only by serving her community, but also through the one-

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In spite of life’s challenges, Keondra Williams ’11, a successful clinical pharmacist, found her path to success at Texas Southern University.

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Kassandra Rivera, a native of the Rio Grande Valley, has taken Texas Southern Golf to new heights. Rivera played her way to a top 10 national ranking in NCAA Division I women’s golf. With a 71.63 average, Rivera played eight rounds and captured four first place finishes during the fall season. Her lowest round of 66 at the Prairie View Invitational ties her with the number two player in the nation. Rivera also has the lowest average for “subpar strokes per round” (2.33) among the top 20 players in NCAA Division I women’s golf.

Playing to Win

Fostering Achievement in the Arts and Beyond

It was a winning year for the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Mock Trial Team. Throughout the year, TSU law students traveled across the country to compete in various tournaments. They returned to Houston as champions, with accolades that include ranking third out of 44 teams in the new South Texas Challenge. They later won the Black Law Student As-sociation’s regional competition for the second year in a row. And for the first time in history, the team advanced in two of the most competitive mock trial tournaments in the country—the Texas Young Lawyers Association National Trial Com-petition and the American Association for Justice Tournament.

A Year of Victory for the TSU Mock Trial Team

In October, alumna Bernadine Oliphint was recognized for her achieve-ments at TSU’s 85th Anniversary President’s Gala Honoring Legends and Leaders. And rightly so: with her powerful soprano voice, the living legend earned the respect of the opera world’s elite. She was in the first wave of groundbreaking African American opera singers. Like Marian Anderson and Leontyne Price, her voice has broken barriers.

But Oliphint, whose likeness was featured on a mid-century German postage stamp as she performed at the Berlin Opera House, is much more than a diva. With 21 years of music and voice instruction at TSU, she has been an indomitable educational force for over 37 years. As a professor and founder of the TSU Opera Workshop, Oliphint has continuously fostered student achieve-ment, encouraging her students to strive for perfection not only as singers, but also as people. Her definition of success and dedication to developing students into high achievers can easily apply to students in any field.

“As an instructor, I defined my success through my students,” says Oliphint. “They don’t have to be famous…as long as they are able to master the programs in their respective majors, I deem that a success.”

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Achievement is in Joshua Green’s DNA. As a child he watched his father matriculate at TSU, succeeding in college as a non-traditional student while supporting his family through the entire process. Green’s grandfather, a carpenter, built homes throughout the family’s home-town of Opelousas, Louisiana. It’s likely that seeing the efforts and success of two central fig-ures in his life strengthened Green’s work ethic. “Human beings are creatures of habit,” Green says. “Growing up, I had strong examples of hardworking men. They set the expectations for how I should carry myself as a man.”

Now, as a junior finance major who plans to study law, Green is a Jesse H. Jones School of Business Gold Scholar as well as an Honors College Scholar. He also serves as president of The Collegiate 100 and has witnessed his chapter grow from less than 20 to 150 in one year. “Most of what we do is mentorship,” Green says. Last year, the group worked closely with low-income residents of Houston’s Third Ward to develop programs for families.

Green says that his experience helping his grandfather build houses in Louisiana prepared him for the volunteer work in which he actively participates today. He also credits his father, who is now a schoolteacher and a pastor, with giving him the determination to achieve here on campus and in the future.

“My father did so much for my family as a student while supporting us,” he says. “It’s my responsibility to change something on campus and give back as much as I can.”

Upholding a Legacy of Hard Work and Achievement

Students TIMOTHY BROADUS III and I’SIS GREEN were selected to appear in advertisements for TSU that appeared in Black Enterprise, Ebony and Essence.

Math majors ARIEL BOWMAN, JOSE CABRERA and JAZMINE IRVING were awarded the Elaine Taylor Memo-rial Scholarship for high achievement.

Fifteen new mem-bers were induct-ed into ALPHA KAPPA DELTA INTERNATIONAL SOCIOLOGY HONOR SOCIETY last April.

In March, several chemistry majors, accompanied by Professor of Chemis-try and Environmen-tal Toxicology DR. BOBBY WILSON, presented at the na-tional meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS).

English major ERIC REYES was selected to study abroad in London last summer. Reyes studied the work of George Orwell and Jane Austen.

In February, Chi-Tam Nguyen founded the TSU chapter of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) for students pursuing pre-nursing, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy and pre-medical careers. And in March, five members of the chapter competed in the HOSA State Competition. The team returned with several awards: Christine Pham received first place in Epidemiology; Chi-Tam Nguyen received first place in Sports Medicine; Marisol Solorzano received second place in Medical Terminology; Sheryl Duruewuru received second place in Medical Math; and Tre’lon Land received fifth place in Pharmacology.

Health Occupations Students Win State Competition

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Dr. Robert Bullard, dean of the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, is a champion for environmental equality.

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students, took to the field.“This was before computers,” Bul-

lard says, describing how the team used maps, markers and stickpins to define suspicious areas. In the end, the team found that all urban areas aren’t cre-ated equal. “Houston sited 100 percent of its landfills in predominantly black neighborhoods,” Bullard says, fur-ther explaining that although African Americans made up only 25 percent of the city’s population, they received 82 percent of the city’s waste.

Bullard says that over the last sev-eral years, people have slowly started to realize that a lack of wealth, or even abject poverty, should not subject men, women and children to living in areas that are toxically compromised.

“Most people automatically think of nature: grasslands, wetlands and green spaces as the environment,” he says, noting that the environment is simply the spaces we inhabit. “It’s where we live, work, learn and play as well as the natural world,” Bullard explains. “No one should have a monopoly on it.”

Bullard says that he hopes that in the near future, TSU will have an even greater voice in policy-making that af-fects urban communities.

He says that he sees Houston as a laboratory, a place where industries like oil and gas, banking, finance and medicine have an impact on the regional economy. A place where great minds have an opportunity to create change.

As the author of 17 books, Bullard has exposed the effects that environ-mental discrimination has had on urban populations. His most recent publi-cation, “The Wrong Complexion for Protection,” was released in December 2012. Last summer, Bullard represented the State of Texas at the Rio+20 United States Conference on Sustainable De-velopment. And he was featured in the book “Everyday Heroes: 50 Americans Changing the World One Nonprofit at a Time,” released last October.

Bullard, known as the “Father of Environmental Justice” by his peers, explains that certain basic freedoms that are intricately tied to community health are often taken for granted. “The right to clean air, the right to clean drinking water, the right to good health…these are all basic human rights.”

And for many residents of low-income communities, these rights are never attained. Health epidemics such as asthma and even certain cancers have been traced to toxic landfills, pollution, and the lack of access to green space and healthy food.

In the 1980s, Bullard first became aware of the disparities through re-search that began here in Houston when his wife, an attorney, asked him to gather research for one of her civil rights cases. It was the first case to ever use civil rights law to address environ-mental injustice. So he began mapping the solid-waste landfills throughout the city and with the help of 10 graduate

Shishir Shishodia, associate professor in the College of Science and Technology, is conducting research that could potentially reduce the rate of cancer. His focus is on the identi-fication of novel “blockers” of nuclear transcription factors derived from plant sources and the effectiveness of phyto-chemicals (plant-derived agents) in treating various inflam-matory diseases. Shishodia explains that many agents such as ursolic acid (found in apples, rosemary, prunes and plums) and diosgenin (found in the herb fenugreek) have already demon-strated potential chemo preventive functions. “Unlike modern drugs, the plant-derived dietary agents are affordable and ef-fective with no known side effects.”

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Science Grants Promote Anti-Cancer Research in the College of Science and Technology

Assistant Research Professor Ya Fatou Njie-Mbye of the College of Science and Technology grew up in The Gambia, tagging along with her microbiologist mother in the lab. Today, Njie-Mbye is a research pioneer in her own right. She recently received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to focus on the role of hydrogen sulfide and intra-occular pressure in the treatment of glaucoma. She is working to develop a drug that will treat the condition—the second leading cause of blindness worldwide—with-out damaging the retina and causing vision loss.

Seeing is Believing

In October, the College of Science and Technology began construc-tion on a new technology building that will house state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories. Located on the corner of Wheeler and Ennis Streets and adjacent to the University’s existing science build-ing, it will complete the Science and Technology complex. With 110,000 square feet of space on four floors, the building will house the departments of Aviation Science and Technology, Computer Sci-ence, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Physics, and Transportation Studies.

Science and Technology Complex Nears Completion

From left to right:Adolph, Hoover and Liu.

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Impacting Global Health Through Research

TSU was awarded a 2-year research grant from the Texas Department of Trans-portation for Design and Scope of Impact of Auxiliary Lanes on Texas Freeways, led by DR. YI QI and DR. LEI YU.

TAMIEKE WASHINGTON, abiology major, was the recipient of an Undergraduate Re-search Enrichment Scholarship.

TSU Honors College student CHI-TAM PAUL NGUYEN presented research on bone loss during TSU Research Week 2012. Nguyen’s research addressed the prevention of osteoporosis.

Chelse Hoover, a graduate student in Trans-portation Studies, received the Outstanding Mas-ter’s Student Award from the Southwest Region University Transportation Center (SWUTC). The competition was between students of Texas A&M University, University of Texas at Austin and Texas Southern University. Hoover was the only master’s student who was selected from the three universi-ties. And in April, Peggy Adolph and Haixa Liu, also graduate students in Transportation Studies, received scholarships from the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials. Liu has been conducting research with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), and Adolph is currently researching Public Involvement through TxDOT.

Transportation Research

MING BAO, FADILA GHIAT, CHENYU WANG and ZHAO ZHANG received Graduate Research Enrichment Scholar-ships in the field of Computer Science.

In November, TSU honored one of its leading researchers in science, Dr. Bettie Graham, at TSU’s 85th Anniversary President’s Gala Honoring Legends and Leaders. As program director at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), the TSU alumna has the incred-ible responsibility of ensuring that the next generation of scientists will be able to create new technologies and take advantages of the resources produced by the Human Genome Project (HGP) to improve human health.

Dr. Graham has worked to create ongoing communication between the NHGRI and community-based organizations to ensure that the general public benefits from the innovative approaches NHGRI continues to develop for the improved detection, diagnosis and manage-ment of often-debilitating genetic disorders, including cancer, diabetes and various immuno-logical disorders.

She was the first African American to receive a Ph.D. from Baylor College of Medicine, but says that it was her personal TSU experience that inspired her to make a global impact. Imme-diately after graduating from TSU, she served in the Peace Corps, teaching mathematics and science to high school students in Ahoada, Nigeria.

“It’s important for me to do good for others, strive for perfection and give my best.”

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to locate hazardous spills. Her findings helped determine where schools and other populations existed in proximity to the bio-chemical hazards.

“She was hired by our department right after graduation to continue her research,” Lewis says. “We’re now working with the federal government to take data and create a foundation to develop the system, grow it and train the local emergency teams such as the Houston Fire Department and others.”

As student researchers become actively engaged in identifying prob-lems and solutions to a variety of issues facing our society such as transporta-tion security, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and transit accessibility, they prepare to serve an urban popula-tion that is rapidly expanding.

For Dr. Lewis, who served as director of planning for METRO for 15 years, the opportunity to conduct research that improves the quality of life for urban residents, while also guiding TSU students toward careers that will benefit their communities, is priceless.

“I had a mission to increase diver-sity in the field,” she says, explaining her decision begin teaching at TSU. “It was the right move.”

For students who chose to pursue transportation degrees at TSU, the Center for Transportation Training and Research (CTTR) supports their academic curriculum through myriad employment, research and training op-portunities. The result? Graduates who are prepared for cutting edge careers of the 21st century workforce.

In the past year alone, Dr. Lewis has lead TSU research projects that include: developing employee training materials for the Texas Department of Transpor-tation; researching a possible inner-city rail connection between Houston and Austin; analyzing the relationship between freestanding bus facilities and land values; and developing emergency evacuation planning for hurricanes. All of the projects have involved graduate students who will soon enter the field of transportation.

In some cases, graduate student research projects can evolve into full time careers. Last year, transportation graduate Latissha Clark developed a complex system called the Petrochemi-cal Incident Location System (PILS). Under Lewis as principal investigator, Clark took data from hazardous materi-als and layered it with GPS technology

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Unlike law, business or biology, transportation isn’t a discipline that most freshmen think of when it comes to choosing a major. But Dr. Carol Lewis, director of the Center for Transortation of Research at TSU, hopes to change that. “People don’t often think of Maritime or Aviation as a major,” she says. “But the truth is that we’re doing so much.”

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Rodrigo Paulo daSilva, a recent graduate of the Jesse H. Jones (JHJ) School of Business, has been hired as an IT business consultant at Sysco Corporation. While studying at TSU, daSilva interned as a project manager for the TSU Information Security Department where he leveraged his knowledge of project management and best practices on projects such as Risk Assessment, IT Governance, and the Disaster Recovery Plan. A native of Sao Paulo Brazil, daSilva holds a Master of Science degree in Management Information Systems and plans to obtain Project Manage-ment Professional (PMP) Certifica-tion in the near future.

JHJ: Preparing Studentsfor Success in Technology

In the spring, “Bridging the Career Gap” was held on TSU’s campus to discuss critical career issues that minority students are faced with during and after college. Topics covered included: retention and matriculation, choosing a major, career planning and networking. Guest panel-ists included Larry Stokes, vice president of Human Resources for the Houston Astros, Con-stable of Precinct 7 May Walker, Omar Reid, the director of Hu-man Resources for the City of Houston and Pablo Valle, senior project manager for Metro Tran-sit Authority.

Real World Advice

Port of Houston Authority Partners with TSU Winter 2012 Maritime Transportation Management and Security graduate Anthony Flenoy II was a 2012 intern at the Port of Houston Authority. While there, he spent most of his time with the Port Security & Emergency Op-erations division, shadowing the facility security manager, helping with filing, documentation and generating ideas for improving inefficient procedures. He also participated in port-wide drills and assisted with Maritime Security training.

Flenoy says that the internship allowed him to witness all aspects of the maritime security and realize its relevance to the United States. “It allowed me to experience all facets, from operations to security.”

Flenoy plans to use his education and practical skills to return to the Port of Houston as an operations assistant.

The Maritime Transportation Management and Security degree program, made possible by a $2 million grant from the Port of Houston Authority, is the first of its kind offered at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). With Houston as home to the world’s busiest foreign port, TSU’s partnership with the Port of Houston is a natural fit. Flenoy was one of the first three stu-dents of the program to graduate, fully prepared to make waves in this growing field.

Magna cum laude graduate JOSE DOBLADO was ap-pointed Airport man-ager for the Liberty Municipal Airport in Liberty, Texas.

Alumna TIFFANY CURRY was named one of “40 Under 40” by the Houston Busi-ness Journal. Curry specializes in luxury real estate.

The TSU DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY and the Pre-health Professional Club hosted the Houston Medical Forum last April, exposing students to the opportunities available in the medical field.

PAUL NJOKU graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Jesse H. Jones School of Business with the Bachelor of Business Administration degree in account-ing and now works as an internal auditor for Deloitte & Touche.

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As a child growing up in Lockhart, Texas, Dr. Carrol Thomas dreamed of attending and playing football for Texas Southern University. A full scholarship to Texas A&I University temporarily delayed Thomas’ arrival to the TSU cam-pus. However, Thomas eventually found his way to his original destination, where he earned his Ph.D. in Education in 1983. Armed with a world-class education, Thomas not only made a name for himself professionally, he also inspired countless others to do the same.

With a mastery of educational techniques that worked in real world situations, Thomas quickly rose the ranks to become superintendent of schools for the Beau-mont Independent School District in 1996. But Thomas’ successful entry into the workforce is only half the story.

In spite of winning countless professional accolades, including State Superin-tendent of the Year, International Superintendent of the Year, leading his school board to earn the title of School Board of the Year, and being honored at TSU’s 85th Anniversary President’s Gala, Thomas counts as his most rewarding professional experience the impact he has had preparing others to make their mark professionally.

Thomas takes pride in his former students and staff members who have gone on to become business managers, high level school administrators and at least four school district superintendents.

“Our work was so respected that several doctoral candidates from UT and Texas A&M came to Beaumont to study urban education for their dissertations on how to improve the performance of urban students,” says Thomas.

“All children can learn if given the time, resources and positive experiences.”

Preparing the Next Generation for Success

Jesse H. Jones School of Busi-ness MBA student Nerissa Perkins received the Texas Business Hall of Fame Scholar-ship Award at the Texas Busi-ness Hall of Fame 30th Annual Scholarship Luncheon in Oc-tober. The Texas Business Hall of Fame awards scholarships annually to Texas business students, acknowledging them as future business leaders. Only one student from each partici-pating university is selected for this competitive award.

Taking Care of Business

The TSU Respiratory Therapy Program (RPT) was recently commended for showing a 3-year average for performance on the national credentialing exams (CRT and RRT) and job placement at one hundred percent—an achievement that tops all Texas universities. Since its inception in 1970, the RPT has prepared hundreds of students for careers in the respiratory health field.

Respiratory Therapy Students Soar

The TSU Department of Engineering Technology was one of nine programs nation-wide selected to host UNITE, a pre-college summer program for underrepresented groups in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. In July, nearly 30 students from area high schools enrolled. While on campus, they partici-pated in workshops including architectural, computer and electronic engineering as well as biological, maritime and aviation science. City of Houston representatives and STEM industry professionals also visited the students to discuss careers in the STEM field. The initiative is part of outreach efforts of the United States Army’s Youth Science Cooperative Outreach Agreement.

Summer Program Introduces Students to STEM Careers

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From left to right: Julian Kane, Camellia Parham, Marshaun Williams, and Marcus Esther

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MARSHAUN WILLIAMSMajor: Public AffairsHometown: Dallas, Texas

“As president of the Collegiate 100 Women, I strongly believe that it’s each individual’s responsibility to contribute back to the community in order to fos-ter the continued growth of those who come before and after you. I love seeing young people aspire to be better and do better. Last October, I organized a Breast Cancer walk on campus. We had a good turn out and it was great to make a difference.”

MARCUS ESTHERMajor: Political ScienceHometown: Houston, Texas

“I’ve always been active in my community. Over the summer and during the fall, I visited high schools and middle schools to talk to students about college life and how they can apply. Right now, I’m working on a project called “Young Tiger Ambition,” a program where my peers and I will tutor and mentor local students and help them prepare to apply to college. We hope that eventually, we’ll be able to assist them financially as well.”

It only seems fitting that a team whose legacy includes the late public servant Congresswoman Barbara Jordan is also committed to lifting as they climb. Meet four great debaters (featured from left the right) who speak not only for TSU, but also find reward in giving a voice to the voiceless:

JULIAN KANE Major: Radio, Television and Film Hometown: Oakland, California

“As a member of the Texas League of Young Voters, I went door-to-door and made phone calls to encourage peo-ple to vote in Harris County. I wanted to make people aware of the importance of voting.”

CAMELLIA PARHAMMajor: Political ScienceHometown: Freemont, California

“My community service activi-ties include tutoring young children through the WALIPP After School Tutorial Program here on campus. At the end of the year, I also spent time helping children experience the joy of the holidays through Miss Texas Southern University’s community gift wrapping and gift giving program. The looks on the childrens’ faces were price-less. It feels so good to give back to the community.”

The TSU Debate Team is more than just talk. In spite of traveling to Rome and winning several tournaments in 2012, many of its members also found time to give back to their communities.

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Confucius Institute Connects the Community

As the result of a unique partnership between TSU and China’s premiere technology university, Beijing Jiatong University, TSU’s newly developed Confucius Institute will provide TSU students with an opportunity to study the Chinese language and culture. The institute will also engage the Houston community through foreign language instruction and classes. As the first of its kind in Houston, the institute’s curriculum will include courses in Asian History, Literature and Language, and International Communities. Students will have access to study abroad and scholarship programs through the institute.

Students Across Campus Join Forces to Help Fight HungerStudents from the Urban Academic Village and Thurgood Marshall School of Law volunteered their time at the Houston Food Bank to the city’s residents in need. In just one Saturday morning, they helped to process 10,000 pounds of food that will feed over 8,600 families. With both groups combined, it was the largest effort that the Houston Food Bank has ever seen from TSU. They plan to make the service activity a monthly event.

Student Regent Honored by the Houston Texans

TSU Student Regent Juan A. Sorto was honored in December at the Houston Texans game as a finalist for the Houston Texans Community Quarterback Award. The Texans partnered with the United Way of Greater Houston to recognize the work of outstanding volunteers who exemplify leadership, dedication and a commitment to improving communities.

For the past six years, Juan A. Sorto has vol-unteered at the Star of Hope Mission each Saturday.

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Dr. Danille Taylor, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences, addresses the crowd at the opening celebration of the TSU Confucius Institute.

Winter 2012 graduate Anne Marie Foster exhibited her work at Project Row Houses (PRH), a neighborhood-based nonprofit art and cultural organization. PRH’s established programs encompass arts and culture, neighborhood revitalization, low-income housing, edu-cation, historic preservation and community service. The programs are inspired by the work of artist and founding father of the TSU mural program, Dr. John Biggers, and are based on his principles concerning the creation of effective communities.

Connecting With Community Through Visual Art

Urban Revitalization in Houston’s Fifth Ward Brings Cultural RenewalTexas Southern University, the City of Houston and the Fifth Ward Redevelop-ment Authority have officially agreed to convert the abandoned Fifth Ward Deluxe Theater, breathing new life into a long-standing historic fixture. The new space will include a performing arts theater, classrooms, and space for future retail development.

A partnership with the SOCIETY OF PERFORMING ARTS HOUSTON and TSU brought the cast of Fela! and The Alvin Ailey American Ameri-can Dance Theater to campus last March.

The HEALTH SCI-ENCE AND CON-SUMER SERVICES department hosted “From the Garden to the Plate,” their 9th an-nual Childhood Obesity Conference in Novem-ber. The workshops focused on confronting the childhood obesity epidemic.

Alumna GWEN GISTARB ’77, pub-lished The Lesson Plan: A Workbook for Mothers and Teenage Daughters. The book is accompanied by workshops for young women entitled Cup-cakes and Conversa-tions that are open to the community.

The EARL CARLE IN-STITUTE’S JUVENILE JUSTICE PROGRAM was awarded a two-year grant from the Houston Endowment to provide direct repre-sentation to students in the involved in the juvenile justice system.

In the spring, 12 students of The Thurgood Marshall School of Law Street Law Program conducted law-related classes to local high school students on basic legal rights. All of the students completed their courses success-fully; over 120 students received certificates for their participation in the program.

The Thurgood Marshall School of Law Street Law Program is an edu-cational legal outreach program that trains current law students to teach law to high school students throughout the Houston region. Its mission is to empower youth through interactive education about law, democracy and human rights while advancing the professional development of TMSL law students.

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PROUD of our IMPACT from

DONORS& ALUMNI

PROUD of our IMPACT from

DONORS& ALUMNI

Though Gerald Smith flies head and shoulders above his competitors in the investment management industry, thisnationally recognized entrepreneurial giant remains firmly grounded in his community.

Even with his place in the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame secure, and countless awards and honors already bestowed, Smith still describes himself as a proud product of Jack Yates High School whose grandmother ran a soda shop not too far from the school. Add to this the pride and commitment Smith continues to show to his alma mater, Texas Southern, and it is no stretch of the imagination to say that Smith’s heart has always been in Third Ward.

It was here, at Texas Southern, that Smith enjoyed his collegiate experience—one that prepared him for the whirlwind of business suc-cess he continues to enjoy. Still, personal success is not all that defines Smith—not even close. It is the love he shares with his wife, Anita, for philanthropy. And with the list of recipients of the Smith’s generosity ever-growing, Texas Southern has remained a consistent beneficiary.

Most recently, the Smiths’ impact upon Texas Southern has come in the form of the Gerald and Anita Smith Endowed Scholarship—established with a $125,000 gift. The gift initiates TSU’s Endowed Scholarship Matching Fund. With two sons in college, the Smiths know full well the rising costs of a college education. Their business success, however, has afforded them a life of which many only dream; and they are willing to help make the dreams of others come true.

Smith, chairman and chief executive officer of Smith, Graham & Company, a fixed income investment management firm with offices in Houston and New York City, has shown an unflinching dedication to TSU and his mission to give back.

The finance mogul and chair of the TSU Foundation received his BBA in Finance from TSU’s Jesse H. Jones School of Business and has directed his giving to that school, as well as to TSU athletics, general scholarships, and countless other areas and initiatives, all with the desire to improve the educational outcomes of TSU students. And all he asks for in return is that students return the favor.

“A TSU scholarship is an investment in a student’s future. I believe the greatest return on that investment a student can make is to use it as a catalyst to do well and to do good,” Smith says. “The highest form of thanks successful graduates who received TSU schol-arships can offer to the University is to give back to the University when they are able. That act of gratitude not only honors the gift of support they received, but gives them an opportunity to make a posi-tive impact on the future of TSU and the students it serves.”

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BALANCE SHEET for fiscal year ending August 31, 2012

2012 % O F T O TA L

ASSETS

CashandEquivalents $ 48,364,785 12% BalanceinAppropriations 6,680,597 2% Receivables 36,471,669 9% Investments 57,566,776 14% NetCapitalAssets 244,004,781 59% OtherAssets 18,220,978 4%

TotalAssets $ 411,309,585 100%

LIABILITIES

Payables 92,106,886 35% DeferredRevenue 46,994,963 18% RevenueBonds 101,709,725 39% GeneralObligationBonds 14,261,190 5% AccruedClaimsandJudgment 0 0% OtherLiabilities 8,129,878 3%

TotalLiabilities $ 263,202,642 100%

NET ASSETS $ 148,106,943 InvestedinNetCapitalAssets 65,279,253 44% Non-ExpendableEndowments 36,558,279 25% OtherRestrictedAssets 2,883,258 2% UnrestrictedAssets 43,386,153 29% TOTAL NET ASSETS $ 148,106,943 100%

TExAS SOuTHErN uNIVErSITy FuNdINg

Net assets may serve over time as a useful indicator of TSU’s financial position. Assets exceed liabilities by $148,106,943.46 as of August 31, 2012. The largest portion of TSU’s net assets is its investment in capital assets at 44 percent. It is comprised of land, buildings and improvements, equipment, construction in progress and infrastructure, less any debt used to acquire those assets that are still outstanding. TSU uses these capital assets to provide services to citizens; consequently, these assets are not available for future spending.

Although TSU’s investment in its capital assets is reported net of related debt, it should be noted that the resources needed to repay this debt must be provided from other sources, since the assets themselves cannot be used to liquidate these liabilities.

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STATEMENT OF SOurCES ANd uSES for fiscal year ended August 31, 2012

2012 % O F T O TA L

SOURCES

LegislativeAppropriations $ 70,948,629 32% TuitionandFees,NetofDiscount 61,809,936 28% Gifts,GrantsandContractRevenue 55,399,073 25% OtherSources 32,253,626 15%

TotalSources $ 220,411,264 100%

USES

SalariesandBenefits 110,766,152 52% OperatingExpenses 66,212,201 31% Scholarships 26,616,255 13% Non-OperatingExpenses 8,664,584 4%

TotalUses $ 212,259,190 100%

SOURCES OVER USES 8,152,074

BeginningNetAssets $ 139,954,870 ENDING NET ASSETS $ 148,106,943

ECONOMIC FACTORSTSUexperiencedafourpercentreductioninstatefunding,butnodecreaseincapitalappropriationsreceived.Federalgrantrevenueswereeightpercent($4million)lessthaninFY11at$43.4millionwiththeeconomicrecessionbeingthemajorcause.

MoredetailedinformationaboutTSU’sfinancialpositionispresentedintheAnnualFinancialReport.

REVENUES AND EXPENSES in millions

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220

215

210

205

200

2012 2011

n Total Revenuesn Total Expenses

CAPITAL ASSETSMajorcapitalasseteventsduringthecurrentyearincludethefollowing:

TSUacquiredtheUniversityCourtyardandTiewesterStudentHousingUnitsandtheparkinggaragesatatotalcostof$64,567,502.17.ConstructionisinprogressonLeonardSpearmanTechnologybuildingestimatedtocost$31.5milliononcompletionofwhich$2,431,606.43hasbeenexpendedasofAugust31,2012.Variousbuildingimprovementswerecompletedatacostof$1,384,959.00duringtheyear.

Constructionisabouttobeginonan800-bedstudenthousingunitexpectedtobecompletedatacostof$55million.ItisfundedbytheUnitedStatesDepartmentofEducation’sHistoricallyBlackCollege/Universitycapitalfinancingprogram.

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ACCOLADES AND AWARDSThroughout the year, Texas Southern University was featured in numerous publications, both locally and nationally. From being included in national publications, such as Ebony, to our distinction as one of the top U.S. higher education institutions by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, positive news about TSU is spreading. Below, a round up of publications that featured TSU in 2012: African American News and IssuesBlack Enterprise MagazineDiverse: Issues in Higher EducationD-Mars’ Business JournalEbony MagazineEssence MagazineForward TimesJet MagazineHouston ChronicleHouston StyleNew York TimesThe DefenderThe National Jurist

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Kermit Crawford, Diedra Fontaine, Felicia Conley and Patrick Trahan

In 2012, the University celebrated its 85th year with a host of homecoming activities. In addition to an exciting homecoming game and parade, the President’s 85th Anniversary Gala Honoring Legends and Leaders was held on November 2. The honored alumni for 2012 were:

FELICIA CONLEY, Ph.D., Forensic Chemist, U.S. Drug Enforcement AgencyKERMIT CRAWFORD, President, Walgreens PharmaciesDIEDRA FONTAINE, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, United AirlinesBETTIE JEAN GRAHAM, Ph.D., Program Director, National Institutes of HealthMICHAEL STEVEN HUNTE, MD, Emergency Room Physician, Methodist Dallas Medical CenterBERNADINE OLIPHINT, Opera singer and former Chair of TSU Operatics ProgramCARROL THOMAS, Ph.D., Nationally Acclaimed EducatorHONORABLE SENFRONIA THOMPSON, Texas State RepresentativePATRICK TRAHAN, Chalmette Refining L.L.C.’s Public and Government Affairs Manager for Exxon/MobilROCKY WILLIFORM, CEO, HipHopBlog.comSHELL OIL COMPANY, Corporate Honoree

The University also paid tribute to outstanding Texas Southern University National Alumni Association leaders from across the country.

Bernadine Oliphint and news personality Roland Martin

Dr. John M. Rudley and Frazier Wilson

Harry E. Johnson, Dr. John M. Rudley, Hon. Sylvia R. Garcia, Mrs. Docia Rudley, Welcome Wilson and Curry Glassell

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CELEBRATING a YEAR of

ACHIEVEMENT

The 2012 Donor Honor Roll highlights the FY 2012 philanthropic gifts of our alumni and friends.* Without them we could not support the students and programs at Texas Southern University. We are committed to changing lives at TSU. Your gifts help to make that happen. We welcome your continued support and participation in the 2013 Annual Fund campaign that is currently underway. If you wish to make a gift to the University, please do so by going to www.tsu.edu/giving and help make a difference. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 713.313.4276.

$1,000,000 and AboveJamail & Kolius

$500,000 to $999,999COMCAST

Houston Endowment, Inc.

$250,000 to $499,999Microsoft

$100,000 to $249,999CAMAC International

Corporation

The Brown

Foundation, Inc.

$50,000 to $99,999Coca Cola North America

$25,000 to $49,999Chevron U.S.A., Inc.

City of Houston

Garcia, Domingo A.

The Wellington Swindall

Revocable Trust

$5,000 to $9,999Alcorn, Daisy

American Urban Radio

Networks

Anderson, Ricky

A Rocket Moving &

Storage

Bosarge, M. T.

Citgo Petroleum

Corporation

Crawford & Hattie

Jackson Foundation

DA Camera

GTECH

Johnson & Johnson

Services, Inc.

JP Morgan Chase Bank

Knox, James T.

Marine Insurance

Seminars, Inc.

National Oilwell Varco

Pearson Education

Royalty Accounting

Port of Houston Authority

Schlumberger/Trustees

TSU Endowment Fund

Tom Joyner

Foundation, Inc.

United Airlines

Walgreens

Western Area The Links

Incorporated

$1,000 to $4,999Adair, Wendy H.

ALC Holdings

Alexander, Ronnie Renard

Alexander, Willie J.

Allen, Alma A

Altria Client Services Inc.

ALW Entertainment, Inc.

Angel Heart Productions, Inc.

Anheuser Busch

Foundation

Archi*Technics/3, Inc.

Architectural Floors

Armstead, Prentice P.

AT&T Foundation

Matching Gift

Program

Bea-N-Me Corporation

Boyd, Martin Alan

BP Corporation NA, Inc.

Brentwood B.C.

Bryant, Samuel L.

Bullard, Robert D.

Burgess, Linda Johnson

Cannon, Larry

Cardinal Health

CashAmerica

Cassel, Clyde

*Gifts made between September 1, 2011 and August 31, 2012

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St. Mary/Purification C.C.

State Farm Companies

Stroud, Margaret

Sungard Higher Education

Managed Services Inc.

Taylor, Ernestine Thrash

Terry, Trasetta L.

Tex Us Too, Inc.

The Bonner Law Firm

The Hobby Center

Foundation

The San Diego Foundation

The Wunderbar

TMSL CLE Program

Tyler, Art

U-WIN Charitable Org.

Varnett Public School

Wade, Ka-Ron Y.

Ward, James W.

Ward, Kenneth

Watkins, Ulysses W.

Weston, Eunice Guy

Wilcox Pharmacy

Wilson, Derrick

Windsor Village United

Methodist Church

Woodard, Carolyn M.

Yu, Lei

$500 to $9993919 Scott Street, Inc.

Aboagye, Debra

Adams, Wanda

Anthony, Wilfred D.

Antioch M.B.C. of Christ

Arnold, Reginald

At&T Services, Inc.

Baber, Jimmy

Bail, Ashok

Bell, Della

Bell, James

Bellard, Tabatha

CDM

Chase, Anthony R.

City of Connections

Networking Fair

Clarkson, Llayron L.

Coleman, Gloria J.

Constellation New Energy

Cox, Betty

Criner, Oscar H.

Cummings, Claude

Cummings, Jay

Dansby, Ernestine W.

Denning, Ikie

Douglas, James Matthew

DuMood, James

Easter, Latanya Allen

EFH Corporate

Services Company

Exxon Mobil Foundation

Matching Gift

Programs

Fain, Constance

FEI Scholarship Foundation

Flowers, Joseph K.

Floyd, Willie Grant

Ford, Deneen

Foy, Charles E.

Frazier, Marisa

Garner, Zenobia

Garvin, Vincent Lopez

Gobert, Mario S.

Good Hope M.B.C.

Greater Houston Business

Ethics Round Table

Groovey, Kenneth Ray

Hayes, Barbara Elaine

Helfman, Alan

Hill, James E.

Hiller, Marian

Hobby Family Foundation

Holland, James E.

Holland, Richard

Holley, Dannye

Holman Street B.C.

Houston TSCPA

Foundation

Hurd Jr., Melvin

Jackson, Craig

James, Anna Taylor

Jerusalem Baptist Church

Johns Hopkins University

Johnson, Luckett

Jordan Grove M.B.C.

Jordan-Haller,

Florence Hall

King, Barbara Lewis

Lawal, E.

Lee, Herbert S.

Luedicke, Anthony L.

Marion Montgomery, Inc.

Mbanya, Herve

Gilles Ngassa

McClelland, Charles F.

McShan, Jim

Meloncon, Thomas

Miles, Boriris

Miller, Steven L.

Mitchell, Sheri

Newman, Janis

Peachez, Inc.

Pilgrim Congregational

United Church

of Christ

Prosperity Bank

Quattro-M Firm, Inc.

Rasmus, James

Robinson, Marchris G.

Rodgers, Mederick S.

Ronald E. Reynolds &

Associates

Rose, Marilyn

Rudley, John & Docia

Salwen, Richard E.

Sam Houston Race

Park, Ltd.

Sample, Yolanda

Saunders, William T.

Schlumberger Technology

Corporation

Simmons, Bertrand L.

Smith, Graham & Co.

Investment Advisors, L.P.

Smith, Prudence Nicole

Spearman, DcCarlous

St. Johns U.M.C.

St. Luke Baptist Church

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Bellavista Missionary B.C.

Berryhill, Michael

Bilton, Dwayne

Booker, Gusta

Bouldin, Morgan

Bourgois, Patricia

Bozeman, Max

Braxton, Donna

Brokers Glass Houston

Broussard Endowment

Brown, Conrell

Brown-Guillory, Elizabeth

Buck Street Memorial

Burney, Zinetta A

Clear Lake United M.C.

Cline, Nell Sadler

Coleman, Dee

Cooper, Jackie

Cummings, Jerry R

Cusic, Dessiray W.

C-Wind, LLC

Davis, Cora B.

Defender

Delta Sigma Theta

Sorority - Houston

Alumnae Chapter

Denning, Ikie

Dillard, Aaron Leon

Easter, Tanya Allen

Edward, Al

El Paso Corporation

Falls, Mark S.

First Unitarian

Universalist Church

Floyd, Clarence E.

Forest Lawn M.B.C.

Fountain of Faith B.C.

Foy Management Inc.

Francis, Ester

Francisco, Riley J.

Freeman, Alan

Frenchy’s

Friendship M.B.C.

Gardiner, William A.

Goldsberry, Ryan

Green, Ronald C.

H. Fort Flowers

Hadley, Tim

Handy, Carlos

Harpool, Adrian

Harris, Michael Ray

Harris, Micheal Watne

Haynes, Elouise Theresa

Henderson, Crystal

Henry, Kelvin

Heritage Life Center

Herrington, Theophilus

Hickman, Eugene

Hightower, Nivana

Hollins Homebuyers

Enterprise, LLC

Houston Defender

Houston Ebony Music

Society, Inc.

Jack & Jill of America, Inc.

Houston Chapter

Jackson, Desiree

Jackson, Gary

Jazz Education, Inc.

Jejelowo, Olufisayo

Johnson, Tikisha

Jones, Josetta

Jones, Sylvia

Jones, Tiffany G.

Kelley, Denise

Kingwood Musical

Arts Society

Kinney, H. L.

Ladette, Rick

Lava Services, Inc.

Strawberry Pharmacy

Lee, El Franco

Lewis, Andre

Lewis, Glenn O.

Lewis, Tyrone A.

Lilly, Pam

Living Word Fellowship

Locke, Gene L.

Lowe, Clarice P.

Maddox, Gregory H.

Mayberry Homes, Inc.

McClain, Dorothy

McGowan, Rose Mary

McKanders, Kenneth

McMorris, Clyde

McNeil, Sharon E.

Menil Foundation, Inc.

Metamorphosis

Metoyer-Williams, Evelyn

Miller, Steven Lawayne

Milton, Shirlette A. Glover

Moody, Brandon D.

Moody, Warren H.

Moore, Irene

Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

Mt. Hebron B.C.

New Hope C.C.

New Life Tabernacle

COGIC

Norwood, Rathers A.

Ohia, Sunny E.

Oji, Catherine O.

Olowokere, David

Onwudiwe, DeClan

Osondu, Chinwe Ebere

Palmer, Jerry

Peet Wilson, Gwen

Performing and Visual

Arts Workshop

Pickens, Eva K.

Pierre, James Goodwill

Pitts, Tamaine

Pleasant Grove M.B.C.

Power Center

Pharmacy, Inc.

Prescod, Paula Ruth

Price, Jack

Ravnell, Ella Elaine

Reedy, Tony

Rhodes, Eric L.

Richie, Carl Stuyvesant

Robins, Thurman W.

Rodgers, Matthew

Rosen, Alan M.

Sapp, John

Scott, Joshua

Simmons, Emmily D.

Smith, David L.

Ellis, Jacquelyn J.

Ellis, Rodney

Enola Investments, LLC

Eskew, Blake

Evans-Smith, Annette

Eves, Elizabeth

Fadulu, Sunday Ojr

Flanagan, Tyler J.

Forest, Earnestine

Fuller, Charles F.

Gardner, Jerry

Gates, Charlotte

Gathe, Marion

Grant, Willie Doyce

Gray, Renee

Green, Rita K.

Greer, Fritz J

Gross, George W.

Gueye, Mouhamed

Handy, Maribel

Harvey, Tony B.

Hawkins, Ralph E

Henderson, Glenn

Henry, Charles

Hixon, Eric

Hogans and Middleton

Computer Services

Hubbard Jr, Edward

George

Hubbard, Raymond D.

Hughes, Deandrea L.

Hughey, Andrew C.

ICS Trading Company

Jackson, Barbara

Jackson, Erica

Jackson, Jacquelyn

James, Andrew B.

James, Bonnie L.

James, Marvella J.

Jenkins, Willie Frank

Johns, Mary K.

Johnson, Calvin

Smith, Robin

Southeast Brite Horizon

Southern Dialect Music

Spearman, Decarlous Y.

St. James Episcopal Church

St. Peter the Apostle

St. Vincents House

Sullivan, Willie

Superior Invenstments

Supervillle, Claude

Susberry, H. Keith

Sweeney, Michael S.

Syme, David

Tarver, Nathaniel

Taylor, Danille

Taylors of Houston

Texas Women

Empowerment

Foundation

The Fountain of Praise

The Hall Law Firm

The Robinson Law

Group, PLLC

The Vivo Club, LLC

Toliver, Telisa

Trinity Episcopal Church

Tudzin, Ellis L.

U-WIN Charitable

Organization

Viltz, Anna

Walker, Mary A.

Wall, Roger

Ward, Ronald G.

Ware, Walter

Washington, Craig A.

Wheeler Avenue B.C.

White, Alfred

Williams, Douglas L.

Wilson, Bobby

Wilson, Charles

Lawerence

Windsor Village United

Methodist Church

Wright, Wanda

Wright-Peavy Holdings, LLC

$250 to $499Adams, Leroy

Alam, Mohamed Shafiqul

Anketell, Dilip

Atkins, Debra L.

Austin, Darryl

Austin, Joan

Bailey, Chauncey O.

Bailey, Lorenzo

Bailey, Rodney E.

Baker, David

Banks, Sheldon

Batiste-Roberts, Gloria

Beard, James W.

Bell, Regina

Bell, Tomaro

Bennett, Donna F.

Big D Band Boosters

Association

Blueridge Baptist Church

Brady, Jesse Curtis

Brandon, Deborah K.

Broussard, Paul

Bynam, Susan M.

C.A.T.C.H Foundation

Cambrice, Christine

Carr, Edward M.

Cartwright, Martina

Chatman, Melva & Beatrice

Christian Way Church

Cochran, Connie

Communication Workers

of America

Coverson, Ronald D.

Cox, James E.

Croffitt, Douglas N.

Curtis-Jones, Tammye

Shyleen

CWJ Choices with

Jeanette

Davis, Edward A.

Deason, Charlsetta C.

Denman, Earnest

Dickens, Brian

Dinky Drum Company

Dugas, Gerald

Edwards, Joan

Ekwere, Obot

Ellis, Doris

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Johnson, Carita

Johnson, Roger

Johnson, Shelby

Johnson, Thelma

Jones, Franklin D.

Jones, Micheal

Jones, Stanley

Jordan, Constance

Jordan, Martha

Kaesermann, Ronald

Kamau, Obidike

KBW Enerprises

King, Renita

KKM Enterprises, LLC

Krause, Keith W.

Lakes, Lestine

Lancaster, James

Law Dental Laboratory

Law Offices of Gary

L. Bledsoe

Lazard, Pamela A.

Lee, Ollie Dean Fleming

Leonard, Golda Anne

Lewis, Carol A.

Lewis, Ramos O.

Lopez, Jose

Lloyd, Lowe

Mackey, Beatrice K.

Madueke, Dominic O.

Magnolia Events

Group, LLC

Maroon & Grey Club

Marsaw, Troy L.

Matthews, Charles

Mc Cowan, Curtistene S.

McLemore-Reed,

Shenettra

Medical Plaza Pharmacy

Minnis, Herschel C.

Mouton, Jeffrey

Mouton, Virgie L.

Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

Nelson, Robert S.

Nwachukwu, Christian

Okoye, Austin O.

Oliver, Carolyne B.

Oliver, Jeanette

Overstreet, Morris

Parker-Thompson, Charla F.

Payne Chapel AME Church

Penn, Tracy S.

Peodkulski, Daniel E.

Phillips, Arlene F.

Pine, Belinda

Player, Audrey N.

Porter, Ronnie

Pouncey, Alonzo

Presley, Craig

Price, Byron E.

Prince, Mary

Protectors Insurance &

Financial Services

Queen, Freddy C.

Red Cat Jazz Café, LLC

Reed, Quinnelle C.

Regis, Humphrey A.

Robinson, Carroll G.

Robinson, Chrystal A.

Robinson, Frank

Robinson, Johnny

Roby, Will M.

Ruffin, Beverly

Ryland, Ed

Samuels, Sherry

Saydam, Azima S.

Seals, Andre R.

Shanks, Gerald V.

Shelton, Geraldean G.

Shelton, Von H.

Showers Of Blessings

Simmons, Portia

Simpson, Mary L.

Smith, Jonathan

Smith, Leddie E.

Snowden, LaRence

Southeast Brite Horizons

Medical Center

Sparks, Shelton

Spellman, Tracy

Spencer, Al

Spencer, Dolly

Square, Helen

Square, Marilynn C.

Stennett, Chris

Stephens, McCuller C.

Stewart, Carrington H.

Stewart, Kevin

Sundaresan, Alamelu

The Production

Group, LLC

The Refreshing Church

Thomas, Robert

Thomas, Robert Earl

Thornton, Roy E.

THR Enterprises, Inc.

Turner, Carl

University Museum

Volunteer Circle

Waddell, Lamont

Walker, Doris S.

Waltrip Ram Band

Booster Club

Warren, Robert James

West, Carla

Wheeler, Jess

White, Brian K.

Wilder, Paula

Wiley, Marcus D.

Wilkins, Odell

Williams, Jonny

Williams, Michael

Williams, Reginald

Wilson Sr, James H.

Wilson, Gwen Peet

Women Resource

Center, Inc.

XI Alpha Omega

Chapter / AKA

Yakubu, Momoh

Zucha, Jason A.

Zuniga, Celinda

For Damilola Oliyide, a May 2012 graduate, the Texas Southern University President’s Leadership Scholarship (PLS) provided a road to self-discovery.

“As a freshman, I had no idea what I wanted to do with myself, but I eventually discovered that I had a passion for the accounting industry,” Oliyide says. “Thanks to the PLS and its focus on academics, I received several job offers upon graduation.”

Olayide is also grateful to Joel Seidner, a 1996 graduate of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law, who has sponsored Oliyide and others through the vehicle of the President’s Leadership Scholarship Program.

The PLS combines private philanthropy with matching funds from the University to create competitive scholarships to award to top students. The donor is matched to a specific student, and will support that student for four years, as long as the student remains eligible for the award.

In 2012, the University saw the culmination of matricula-

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tion for the program’s first graduating class. Recognizing that the professional success he enjoyed was made possible by his own TSU experience, Seidner made the decision to give back. With his intentions already set, a 2008 dinner party afforded him a chance meeting with an old friend who happened to be dining with TSU’s new president: Dr. John Rudley. The en-counter confirmed for Seidner that his decision was the right one, and at President Rudley’s suggestion, Seidner signed on to become one of the first PLS donors.

“There is no better activity for a person to do than to help a younger person get a college education,” says Seidner, who sponsored not one, but two TSU PLS scholars—Kiara Taylor and Damilola Oliyide.

Ultimately, Oliyide chose a position as an accountant and financial analyst with the Chevron Corporation. Like Seidner, he feels that it is important to contribute to TSU. “My dreams of success have been realized, and I want to give back to help make other people’s dreams a reality, too.”

To watch a video of this story and meet other PLS students, please scan QR code:

Board of regents

Glen O. LewisChairmanDionicio FloresFirst Vice Chair

Curtistene McCowanSecond Vice Chair

Richard HollandSecretaryMarilyn Rose Gary Bledsoe

Samuel L. Bryant

Erik Salwen

Richard Knight, Jr.

Juan Antonio SortoStudent Regent

officers of instructional

administration

Elizabeth Brown-GuilloryAssociate ProvostAssociate Vice President for Academic Affairs

Adebayo OyekanInterim Associate ProvostAssociate Vice President for Research

Betty CoxInterim Associate ProvostAssociate Vice President for Student Academic Enhancement Services

Gregory MaddoxDeanThe Graduate School Dannye HolleyDeanThurgood Marshall School of Law Humphrey RegisDeanThomas F. Freeman Honors College Lei YuDeanCollege of Science and Technology James W. WardDeanSchool of Communication

Danille TaylorDeanCollege of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences Shirlette G. MiltonInterim DeanCollege of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Ronald JohnsonDeanJessie H. Jones School of Business Lillian PoatsDeanCollege of Education Robert BullardDeanBarbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

officers of administration

John M. RudleyPresident Sunny E. OhiaProvost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research

Jim McShanVice President for Administration and Finance Wendy H. AdairVice President for University Advancement

James M. DouglasVice President for Government Relations William T. SaundersVice President for Student Services and Dean of Students Andrew HugheyGeneral Counsel Charles McClellandDirector of Athletics Janis NewmanPresident’s Chief of Staff

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YOUR IMPACT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.

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