Our Staff

Jermaine Proshee, M.A., - Director

Mr. Proshee is a graduate of Northwestern State University with over 17 years of experience in Professional Leadership, Marketing/Design, and Print Media. He served as Publications Advisor for 6 years before transitioning to his current role. Outside of SU he has a graphics design firm specializing in print and digital media.

Fun Fact: Mr. Proshee enjoys classical music.

Shanda Grimes Assistant Director, Student Media

Mrs. Grimes received her undergraduate degree from Southern University and her master’s degree from Louisiana State University. She has over 15 years of management in Public service. Outside of the SU, Shanda enjoys taking pictures of friends and family.

Fun Fact: Mrs. Grimes is a die-hard Southern University Fan.

Loves to dance

Rocelyn Hamilton, Publications, Student Media

Ms. Hamilton, originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, received her undergraduate degree from Southern University in Mass Communications in 2020. Outside of the Bluff, she does photography with 7 years of experience. In her free time, she loves reading & studying astrology, talking to her friends and family, and some gaming.

Fun Fact: Ms. Hamilton served as the EGO Magazine Editor-In-Chief for Student Media in 2019-2020.

Student Publications Leadership Team | Student Managers

Taylor Haywood - The Southern DIGEST

Kynnedi Jackson - EGO Magazine Editor

Amaya Rosser - Jaguar Yearbook Editor

Laila Hazel - Jagtalk Podcast Manager

Eric White - OTR Podcast Manager

Jasmine Meriedy - 801 Street Talk Manager