About Us
History & Leadership
The Florida State University Black Alumni Association is built on a powerful legacy of resilience, achievement, and community. From its earliest foundations to its continued growth today, the organization has served as a space for connection, advocacy and advancement for Black alumni.
Leadership
The strength of the FSU Black Alumni Association is driven by dedicated leaders who volunteer their time, expertise, and passion to serve the community. Through national leadership, regional representation, and committee involvement, these individuals ensure the organization continues to thrive.
National Officers
President
Erika Green Kegler
Jacksonville
president@fsublackalumni.org
Vice President
Russ Hill, Jr.
Atlanta
vpresident@fsublackalumni.org
Secretary
Toni Mobley
New Orleans
Treasurer
Ivy Baker
Tallahassee
Parliamentarian
Cassandra D. Jenkins
Tallahassee
Immediate Past President
Ahli Moore
Atlanta
Ex-Officio Board Members
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Black Student Union President – Serena Petite
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FSU Student Affairs – Sierra Turner (Designee)
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FSU Alumni Association President – Lindsey Alligood (Designee)
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President & CEO, Seminole Boosters – Eric D. Carr (Designee)
Regional Representatives and Committees
Regional Rep Coordinator: Tova Palomino​​
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REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES
Northwest
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Lori Livingston
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Ivy Baker
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Charmaine Davis
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Stephanie Kimbrough
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Kye Vick
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Yolanda Singletary
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Sheila Barnes-Williams
Northeast
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Natania Carter
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Joy Andrews
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Jhenai Chandler
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Dan Brinson IV
Central East
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Trevor Stewart
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Georgia Martin
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Trae Ransome
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Central West
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Valeria Obi
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Charree’ Graham
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Mia Nicholson
Central FL ​
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Felix Harris
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South
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Felicia Fordes
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Lakeisha Glinton
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Darlysa Smith
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Eric Walton
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Sharrie Vareen
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Renee O’Connor
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Nikki-Ann Thomson Parkinson
Atlanta
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Bre'Onna Brewer
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Ashley Claude
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Jessica Wallace (Savannah)
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Out of State
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Tiffany Turner (Dallas)
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Valeri Dunn (Houston)
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Alexis Grant (Houston)
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Reginald Abel (Houston)
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Toni Mobley (New Orleans)
National Committees - Chairpersons
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Scholarship and Awards– Kimberly J. Miller
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Black Alumni Reunion – Kyle Hires & Charmaine Davis
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National Brunch – Shayla Perry
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Speed Networking – Saisha Delevoe
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Bylaws - Cassandra D. Jenkins
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Board Development– Cassandra D. Jenkins
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Communications – Russ Hill, Jr. & Saisha Delevoe
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Technology – Briana Wilson
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University Connection – Eric Friall
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration — TBD
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History, Traditions and Archives — TBD
Past Leadership
We honor the leaders who have paved the way and helped shape the foundation of the FSU Black Alumni Association. Their dedication, vision, and service have created lasting impact and continue to inspire future generations.
Breaking Barriers: Alumni Firsts
FSU Black alumni have consistently led with excellence, breaking barriers, achieving historic milestones, and setting new standards across industries and communities.
These “firsts” represent more than individual accomplishments, they reflect a collective legacy of perseverance, leadership, and progress.