Historical Overview
The Jackson State University National Alumni Association – Dallas/Fort Worth chapter was chartered in June 1982. The chapter was formed to perpetuate the mission of Jackson State University and JSUNAA while increasing representation in the DFW metroplex. Yolanda Dickey served as the founding DFW Chapter President. Dickey and her supporters found a way to meet the current and prepare for the future needs of Jackson State University in DFW fashion.
Since 1982, the Chapter has experienced tremendous growth and continues to be an influential recruiting vehicle for Jackson State University. The Chapter has been a premier chapter within JSUNAA and recently recognized for student recruitment, fundraising, public relations, and active membership.
Some signature events hosted by the Chapter include the Caravan of Love, the 5 Points Tour of DFW, the Black Winemakers’ Event, and the Texsippian Cookout – new celebrating 30 years!
JSUAA DFW History Timeline
1982 - 1990
Yolonda Dickey, Served from 1982 to 1983
John Williams, Served from 1988 to 1989
John Brookins, Served from 1989 to 1990
Marilyn Lewis-Hayes, Served from 1990 to 1991
1991
Ronnie Cavett
Served from 1991 to 1994
1994
Bernard Thompson
Served from 1994 to 1996
1996
John Brookins
Served from 1996 to 1998
1998
Vickey Neal
Served from 1998 to 2002
2002
Ronnie Cavett
Served from 2002 to 2005
2005
Angela Calvin
Served from 2005 to 2009
2009
Andrew Collins
Served from 2009 to 2013
2013
David Robinson, Jr.
Served from 2013 to 2015
2015
Je’Juan Gray, ’09 served as President
2018
Spring 2018, Je’Juan Gray, ’09 elected to serve as JSUNAA SW Vice President.
Larry Bender, ’06 elected to serve as President for a one (1) year special term.
2019
Larry Bender, ’06 elected to serve as President for 2019 – 2021
2021
Willard Hart, graduated from Jackson State in 1995 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Served as DFW Chapter President from 2021 to 2023.