Jamal Grimes - College Life Coach
Education: Earned a Bachelor of Social Work (FSU, 2014) and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (FSU)
Time with Coaching Center: One year
Professional Achievements: First ever Global Scholar for The Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement (CRE)
Favorite quote: "Be the change you want to see in the world." Mahatma Ghandi
Favorite place in Tallahassee: Anywhere that sells good hot wings. Extra crispy with blue cheese.
Favorite aspect of coaching: I am afforded the opportunity to spark positive change and growth in the lives of young adults every day. I just hope that one day they will do the same for someone less fortunate than them.
Advice to Students: There isn't a road map for life. So don't be scared to push the envelope and step outside of the norm. Fail a thousand times and get back up a thousand more.