Jackson State University alumni and student-athletes gathered at the Mississippi State Capitol for the yearly JSU Day at the Capitol event. Lawmakers recognized the university’s recent achievements, including winning the national football championship and progress in other programs.
During the event, Senator Sollie. Norwood (D), a JSU alumnus, introduced JSU football, softball, and tennis team members from the Senate floor, honoring them for their academically and athletically impressive performances. The J5 drum majors and the Prancing J-Settes from JSU’s renowned Sonic Boom of the South marching band were also present.
“[[The year] 2024 was a valiant year for THEE I Love, from the classroom, with a conference-high grade point average, to record success in the respective arenas: the softball field, the tennis court, the Super Bowl, the Celebration Bowl, and the prestigious Rose Bowl,” Norwood said during his address.
A highlight of the day was when Senator Norwood presented a resolution to Coach T.C. Taylor, who led the football team to victory in its third bowl appearance in four years. “I really appreciate the invite down to the Capitol,” Taylor said. “Two years ago, I came down and spoke to you guys following the SWAC Championship, and here it is two years later, and I brought something extra: a national championship.”
JSU Day at the Capitol also serves as a platform for university leaders to advocate for essential campus needs. Marcus L. Thompson, Ph.D., president of JSU, used the event to list the university’s top needs. His list included upgrades to the Rose E. McCoy and T.B. Ellis buildings and the Heritage Dining Halls. He also underlined the need for more student housing and stricter safety regulations to handle the university’s growing enrollment.
The 2025 Mississippi legislative session will wrap up later this spring. JSU looks forward to ongoing assistance in furthering its goals and enhancing campus amenities.
This article sources information from Jackson State University.