The Statesmen Pioneers are a distinguished group of student leaders at Delta State University. They serve as delegates for student engagement and advocacy, playing an essential role in welcoming new students, promoting student involvement, and supporting campus-wide programs and initiatives. These esteemed student advocates embody leadership and service. Through their efforts, the Statesmen Pioneers empower their peers, cultivate community connection, advance a culture of student success, and enhance the overall student experience.
- Assist with OKRAtation-Student Orientation Program
- Represent student voices in university initiatives
- Host and support campus-wide activities and programs
- Establishing supportive spaces and promoting collegial engagement
Engagement and Advocacy Staff
Tameka Curry-Bryant
Director of Engagement & Advocacy
Derrick Brown Sr
Coordinator for Student Affairs
Mackalyn Jones
Sport and Human Performance | Premiere Pioneer: Graduate Student
Canton, MS
Meet Our 2026 Statesmen Pioneers
Taniyah Austin
Biology | Junior
Oxford, MS
Jameelah Bryant
Criminal Justice & Criminology | Junior
Shaw, MS
Ja'Kyla Clark
Criminal Justice & Criminology | Freshman
Greenville, MS
Kamesha Ann Dickens
Criminal Justice & Criminology | Junior
West, MS
Amir Gates
Aviation Management | Senior
Chicago, IL
Shamiracle Giles
Biology / Speech & Hearing Sciences | Junior
Belzoni, MS
Terrance Hodges
Criminal Justice & Criminology | Junior
Clarksdale, MS
Shania Kyles
Biology | Sophomore
Canton, MS
Dwight Luckett, Jr.
Marketing | Junior
Canton, MS
Tamara Mays
Exercise Science| Junior
Greenville, MS
Mtume Mathews
Flight Operations | Junior
Southaven, MS
Kennedi Moore
Biology | Sophomore
Madison, MS
Eric Nelson Jr
Elementary Ed | Freshmen
Benoit, MS
Kiersten Potts
Elementary Ed | Sophomore
Indianola, MS
Jakeria Scott
Psychology | Junior
Greenville, MS
Kylan Speed
Flight Operations | Junior
Olive Branch, MS
Christopher Tanner
DMI/ Entertainment Industry Studies | Sophomore
Indianola, MS
Kevien Thompson
Health, Physical Education, and Recreation | Senior
Cleveland, MS
Shamir Trezvant
Sport & Movement Science | Senior
Memphis, TN
Jy’quon Wallace
Computer Information Systems | Junior
Baldwyn, MS
Why Become a Pioneer?
Becoming a Pioneer is more than a role. It is a commitment to growth and service.
- Leadership Development
- Networking & Mentorship
- Campus Impact & Legacy
- Lifelong Skills in Advocacy and Programming
How to Become a Statesmen Pioneer?
- Maintain a Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5
- Demonstrate Leadership and Service Engagement
- Exhibit Professionalism
- Demonstrate Time Management and Dependability
Get Involved
Recruitment begins prior to the Fall and Spring semester.
The Office of Student Engagement
H. L. Nowell Union
Suite 307
tcurry@deltastate.edu
(662) 846-4159
