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Profiles
Jason Barber
Class: Senior, graduating May 2003
GPA: 3.8
Birth date: September 26, 1981
Hometown: Lincolnton, NC
Major: Political Science
Minor: Criminal Justice
Do you work?
I am an RA in Vance Hall, and I intern with the US Army First SWTG(A)
What kind of music do you enjoy?
I mainly enjoy R&B, Hip Hop and gospel
What are some of your short-term goals?
I want to go to Law school
What are some of your long-term goals?
1 desire to become a successful lawyer. I also want a family
Have you helped make FSU better? How?
Yes, my role on judicial board has helped make FSU a better.
To whom, at FSU, would you leave your legacy?
Brandon Bittle, he is a great person and I know he will continue to do great things on this campus
Who or what has been your biggest influence in life?
My parents have definitely been my greatest influences. They were my first and best role models as to
what a strong family unit should be like. They have been married 29 years and it is a blessing to see
their love for one another grow. My father has been and will always be my best example of a real ^
man. I appreciate them both for what they have done for my siblings and me.
What changes would you like to see occur at FSU?
I want to see more campus involvement. Students should take advantage and participate in the
different programs put on by various student organizations.
What are your affiliations?
I am the president of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. I am Vice-president of The National Pan Hellenic ^
Council and I am an active member of the judicial board, political science club and Alpha Kappa Mu
Honor Society.
What qualities do you think the next Chancellor should possess?
Our next chancellor should have a great deal of experience working at HBCU’s. He or She must also be
student oriented and make the goal of the students a top priority
What advice do you offer to those in your major?
Please study hard, do the assigned work, and communicate with teachers. They are there to help.
Why did you choose FSU?
I chose FSU because they recognized my potential and awarded me a full Chancellor Scholarship to
attend.
Special thanks:
My fraternity brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha, lovely ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., my
parents, and my friends Luther, Carlon, Derek, Gerrard, and Kendrick.