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Marcell Gibson Class of 2008

Marcell Gibson has always been into science and technology, so it was no surprise that was his major in college. What had my head spinning was that he landed a job at one of the biggest corporations in America.

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Kameisha Hodge, Class of 2007

Uplifting people’s consciousness: Kameisha Hodge was one of FNN’s best writers. It was no surprise that she has written three books, Atlas of Consciousness, Double Consciousness: An Autoethnic Guide to My Black American Experience and Unconsciousness. Now is she helping  young authors  put their work on paper.

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David Long, Class of 2008

No Objections Here: I am truly in awe when I see one of my classmates achieve success on an epic scale. Studying law takes great amount of focus and dedication.... 

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Gabriell Quick, Class of 2012

It’s music to our ears: I don’t think you can get a better match than Gabrielle Quick and Jania Moore. Both have an interest in music and have developed a strong bond at the Alumni Ambassador meet and greet....

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Princess Brown, Class of 2014

The Friendship Alumni Ambassador Program has some amazing mentors running their operation. One of them is Ms. Princess Brown, who plans on going to grad school and coming back to DC to open her own performing arts school....

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Maurice Williams, Class of 2010

If you’re having trouble with your computer, why don’t you have Maurice take a look at it. Former FNN reporter and editor is saving one laptop at a time as a Desktop Support Tier 2 Technician.  

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Canaan Walker, Class of 2010

Former FNN columnist Canaan Walker, immersed himself into the family business. His grandmother Marci “Madam” Walker not only runs a beauty salon but also runs non-profit organization that assist domestic violence victims....

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Xavier Ransom, Class of 2012

Our former FNN reporter is all grown up and making big things happen. Xavier has dreams of gracing the stage and having her own dance studio. In the meantime, she has been marching for change....

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Anthony Spellman (Tony Cobain), Class of 2010

Here is a young man who walked home from school with a book in his hand and kept to himself. So I was shocked to hear Anthony, now Tony, was a comedian. He has been doing stand-up since he was at Collegiate.  A year ago, Tony started his YouTube channel The Tony Cobain Show. It has caught the attention of the Wayans Brothers, and other mainstream comedians. 

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Darrell Gaston, Class of 2004 & Devante Caldwell, Class of 2009

Even though Darrell and Devante have different professions, there is one thing in common. They feel the need to give back to their community. Besides coming back for FCA’s 3rd Annual Alumni Day, Devante loves to work with students and shows them no matter how bad your situation is, you can overcome it to reach your goals.

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Jovan Smith, Class of 2012

A year away from getting his degree, Jovan is thinking of giving back. As soon as he graduates, he is going to be helping shape young minds.  He has five teaching job offers and he’s only a junior at Virginia State University. 

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Darin Davis, Class of 2010

Another FNN Hall of Fame photographer, Darin Davis (FCA class of 2010), had a phone interview with me. It’s been about 5 years since I’ve heard from him. There is so much catching up to do.  

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Ceyanne Foye, Class of 2013

Time seems to be moving faster than expected.  Was it really that long ago, since Ceyanne was in middle school? Now, she’s currently studying philosophy, studio art and Asian Studies at Hanover College.

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