Alumni Highlights

Congrats to Alumna Camille Whitworth ‘93 on Her Book

Congratulations to Alumna Camille Whitworth ‘93 on her new book Drink Like a Local: New Orleans

In Drink Like a Local: New Orleans, former local TV personality and current lounge owners Camille Whitworth and Sidney Webb, who are passionate about the city’s culinary traditions, offer a unique and immersive exploration of New Orleans’ iconic drinks, bars, and beverage culture. With their insider tips, historical insights, and firsthand experiences, you’ll discover the hidden gems and classic haunts that make New Orleans a world-renowned destination for libation lovers.

For more info, visit cidermillpress.com

Congrats to Alumnus Colonel Lonnie J. McAllister II ‘94 on His Promotion

Congratulations to Alumnus Colonel Lonnie J. McAllister II ‘94 on his promotion. McAllister joined the ranks of the Eagle Club surrounded by family, friends, and fellow Hampton Alumni.

Congrats to Alumnus Councilman Tyler Bailey ‘11 on His Swearing In

At-Large Council Member Tyler Bailey was sworn into office on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, during a 1:00 pm ceremony.  Bailey replaces Councilman Howard Duvall, who retired last year.

Bailey, a well-known community advocate and prominent Columbia attorney, initially ran for Columbia City Council in 2021.  Since then, he has continued to work in the community, striving to make change and learn more about Columbia’s diverse neighborhoods and some of their various issues.

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Congrats to Alumna Tameika Isaac Devine ‘94 on Her New Appointment

Alumna Tameika Issac Devine ‘94 romped to victory in a special election for a state senate seat covering northwest Richland County on Jan. 2, becoming the sixth woman in the 46-member upper chamber.

Devine, a Democrat who served on council in the capital city from 2002 to 2021, won the special election with 86 percent of the vote in the overwhelmingly Democratic district.

She took the place of the late Sen. John Scott, whose Aug. 13 death at age 69 triggered the special election. Scott, also a Columbia Democrat, had served in the Senate since 2008 and served in the state House of Representatives before that.

Read more HERE.

Congrats to Alumni Jordan Walls ‘20, Daryl “DJ”Riley ‘20, and Stanton Ridley ‘20, Owners of “Tendaji” on Their Win

Congratulations to Alumni Jordan Walls ‘20, Daryl “DJ” Riley ‘20, and Stanton Ridley ‘20! Their fashion tech business, Tendaji, was named Prize Winners in Pharrell Williams’s Black Ambition Prize Competition.

The founders of Tendaji were featured in The Hamptonian this past November. Read that article HERE.

Congrats to Alumna EmmoLei Sankofa ‘12 on Her Nomination

Congratulations to Alumna EmoLei Sankofa ‘12 on her NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Original Score for TV/ Film in “The Other Black Girl.”

EmmoLei Sankofa has worked on many scores, including Disney Launchpad’s Project CC, Horror Noir, and Step Up 3.

Sankofa graduated from Hampton with a Bachelor of Science in Music Recording Technology. She was a member of the Marching FORCE, and her brother, David Jackson, is currently serving as a drum major.