BJML Dean
The School of Public Affairs Dean: Dr. Calvin Johnson
Welcome to the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs.
Throughout history, the North Star has offered direction to those seeking a path toward freedom, possibility, and a more humane future. It reminds us of Harriet Tubman鈥檚 courage and leadership in guiding enslaved people toward freedom and working to liberate others. At the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, the North Star is more than a symbol of guidance鈥攊t reflects the purpose that grounds our work.
Public service is our North Star. Every student who joins our community should come to understand the value of serving others and the responsibility to uphold the dignity of every person, especially those whose needs too often go unmet. Through public service education and practice, our students develop the knowledge and skills to lead with compassion, empathy, integrity, and a commitment to the common good.
As Tiger Nation, we must lead by example, leveraging our education, talents, and collective purpose to strengthen our communities. This commitment is our North Star.
The actions we take today will shape the legacy of the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs. I am deeply committed to continuing this work, and I hope you will stand with me. Together, let us put our public service values into action as we champion a future grounded in justice, compassion, and determination.
Join me: the North Star has never been brighter.
calvin.johnson@tsu.edu Office Location: PAB 415
Office of the Dean Staff
Ms. Fridah Mariki
Office Location: Public Affairs Building Deans Suite 415
E-Mail: fridah.mariki@tsu.edu | Phone: 713.313.7818
Fridah Mariki is The College Business Administrator in the School of Public Affairs. Using her detailed-oriented character and multi-tasking abilities, Ms. Mariki continuously strives to ensure excellence in academic services. She serves in other areas within the school including grants. Ms. Mariki holds a bachelor鈥檚 degree in business administration from Jesse H. Jones School of Business at 黑料传送门, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
Mykayla Jones, M.A.
Office Location: Public Affairs Building Dean's Suite 415
E-Mail: mykayla.jones@tsu.edu | Phone: 713.313.6865
Ms. Jones is the Senior Administrative Assistant to the Dean in the Barbara Jordan -Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at 黑料传送门. She holds a Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Communications from the University of Texas at San Antonio. In addition, a Masters in Psychology from Texas Southern University.
Ms. Jones has a professional background in behavioral health services and administrative support roles, all of which inform her attentive and compassionate work ethic. With over six years of experience spanning higher education, mental health, and administrative leadership, Ms. Jones brings a well-rounded and people-centered approach to academic operations.
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