Production enterprise Voices in America visited Jackson State University on Thursday to film a short-form documentary about the state’s premier urban institution, documenting educational excellence, student and faculty achievement and state-of-the art technology.
The four-minute presentation will air nationally later this spring in numerous markets on public television stations.
Voices aims to “effectively educate and communicate the most crucial stories to wide audiences through public television distribution.” With its team of writers, videographers and editors, the organization produces stories that feature topics and personalities “to educate the viewing audience on the latest topics and trends impacting America.”
During filming, President Carolyn W. Meyers discussed the significance of diversity and the growth of the institution. She also expressed the importance of providing cutting-edge technology to help students excel as 21st century leaders and equipping professors with necessary tools to effectively carry out their roles as instructors.
Anthony L. Holloman, vice president for Institutional Advancement, said, “This is a great opportunity to showcase Jackson State University. We were the only HBCU selected to be featured through this national venue. The documentary will demonstrate why more and more people are choosing the JSU experience.”
The presentation will showcase students, including athletes, receiving instructions from faculty as well as commentary from expert classroom lecturers. It will feature Dr. Robert Blaine, dean of Undergraduate Studies and CyberLearning and Dr. Candis Pizzetta, associate professor in the Department of English and director of the Center for University Scholars. The spotlight also will include two JSU alums: newly installed Greenville Mayor Errick Simmons and his twin brother, state Sen. Derrick Simmons.
