Office of the President Presidential EventsSignature gatherings hosted by President Denise Jones Gregory, Ph.D. and the JSU family — celebrating community, tradition, and Tiger pride. 
Upcoming Event Thee First Gentleman's Celebrity Golf TournamentJoin us on the green for an afternoon of friendly competition supporting Jackson State University. 
Celebrity Golf Tournament Thee First Gentleman's Celebrity Golf Tournament Pre-Register opens in a new tab via GiveSmart Request Form Thank you for your interest in inviting President Denise Jones Gregory, Ph.D., of Jackson State University to your event. As the leader of Mississippi’s only urban research institution, President Gregory welcomes opportunities to contribute to events that align with the university’s mission to foster leadership, scholarship, and positive societal impact. Please complete the form with as much detail as possible about your event, audience, and the role you envision for the president. Requests should be submitted at least three months in advance, though we will consider shorter timelines on a case-by-case basis. You can expect a response within 10 business days. For questions, please contact us at 601.979.2323. 
About the President Denise Jones Gregory, Ph.D.President, Jackson State University Dr. Denise Jones Gregory is the president of Jackson State University and a veteran higher education leader. An accomplished chemist and administrator, she has over two decades of experience fostering student success and academic excellence. Over the course of her first year serving as JSU president, beginning in her interim role, Dr. Gregory has led numerous transformative initiatives for safety upgrades, campus renovations and groundbreakings, and strategic planning. In her prior role as JSU's provost and vice president for academic affairs, Dr. Gregory worked to strengthen academic programs, expand student support initiatives, and help secure significant research partnerships. Before returning to her alma mater, the Mississippi native served as a chemistry professor and associate provost at Samford University in Alabama, where she led efforts to enhance the campus learning environment and launched a high school STEM academy. She began her career as a faculty member at Tuskegee University. Dr. Gregory earned her Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Georgia Tech and a bachelor's degree from Jackson State. Known for her inclusive, collaborative leadership style and her unwavering dedication to service, she is committed to guiding JSU with a focus on excellence and student achievement. Dr. Gregory and her husband, JSU Sports and SWAC Hall of Famer Shawn Gregory, are life members of the JSU National Alumni Association. They are the parents of two children. Her family's legacy spans generations: her parents, triplet sisters and her eldest nephew are also proud Jackson State graduates. Download Full Bio (PDF)Gallery Moments from Presidential EventsA look back at recent gatherings, celebrations, and milestones across the JSU community.            |