Yesterday, I attended my third Fort Valley State homecoming as an alumnus. I graduated in 2019 and have always wanted to attend our annual homecoming festivities, but it has always been challenging. My work obligations and personal commitments sometimes precluded me. But yesterday, I had the time of my life.

I reconnected with many former peers—those I worked with in student leadership or befriended on campus during my four years: and also met a couple of fervent supporters of mine and my work with HBCU Pulse and ClutchPoints who spoke life into me and affirmed me in my journey.

It was an amazing day of fellowship. Fort Valley State University announced homecoming donations totaling over $850,000 from alumni and supporters. Fort Valley State alumni who played in the NFL—Marquette King, G

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