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    Rollin “RJ” Jackson Jr. ’25 Named International Outstanding College Brother of the Year by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

    August 5, 2025

    Rollin “RJ” Jackson Jr. ’25, 93rd President of the Morehouse College Student Government Association (SGA), has been named the 2025 International Outstanding College Brother of the Year by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.The announcement was made at the organization’s 98th General Convention held in Philadelphia.

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    This prestigious honor is the highest award a collegiate member of the fraternity can receive and recognizes a student who exemplifies academic excellence, visionary leadership, and a deep commitment to service. Jackson’s recognition places him among a distinguished lineage of scholar-leaders and change-makers within Alpha Phi Alpha and reaffirms Morehouse’s enduring legacy of producing men who lead and serve.

    As SGA President, Jackson has worked to strengthen student engagement, amplify student voices in institutional decision-making, and advance initiatives focused on academic access, mental health, and civic participation. His leadership has been defined by collaboration, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the betterment of the Morehouse community.

    At the chapter level, Jackson has served Alpha Phi Alpha with distinction, organizing high-impact programs that promote voter registration, mentorship, and educational equity. His influence also extends beyond campus: he has represented Morehouse and Alpha Phi Alpha in regional and national forums where he continues to advocate for HBCUs and the empowerment of young Black men.

    “This award is not just about me—it’s about the communities that shaped me, the brothers who believed in me, and the mission that drives me,” said Jackson. “I’m humbled to receive this honor, and even more motivated to continue the work.”

    Jackson’s achievement represents the best of the Morehouse mission—developing leaders who are academically excellent, socially conscious, and globally engaged.

    Morehouse congratulates Rollin “RJ” Jackson Jr. on this well-earned honor and looks forward to the continued impact of his leadership both on campus and beyond.

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