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Meet your AAMU campus ambassadors! Isaac Smith is a senior Music Education major from the Port City of Mobile, Alabama. Throughout his academic and musical journey, Isaac has embraced multiple roles and opportunities that have allowed him to grow as a musician, Future educator, and leader.

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This week was more than just a conference—it was a reminder of my why. 💛

I had the opportunity to attend the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Teacher Quality & Retention Program Summer Institute, where this year’s theme was “Teaching and Leading from an Abundance Mindset.” Throughout the week, I learned from passionate educators, collaborated with incredible peers, explored innovative teaching strategies, and strengthened my commitment to becoming the best educator I can be.

Every session reinforced that great teaching is about more than content—it’s about building relationships, creating equitable learning environments, leading with purpose, and believing in every student’s potential. The abundance mindset challenged me to focus on possibilities rather than limitations and reminded me that the impact we make as educators extends far beyond the classroom.

I’m leaving with new knowledge, lasting friendships, unforgettable memories, and a heart full of gratitude. Thank you, TMCF, for investing in us and preparing the next generation of educators. The future of education is bright, and I’m excited to be part of it. 📚✨

#TMCF #TQRP #TeachingFromAnAbundanceMindset #FutureEducator #TeacherLeadership EducationMatters AAMU TeachWithPurpose FutureTeacher

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We're still in awe at the musicianship showcased by our incredible conductors at last week's Pass the Baton. After a weekend of working alongside professional musicians and receiving coaching from Maestro Luke, these five students conducted a full program of American classical and popular works for string orchestra in front of a panel of three guest judges and a live audience.

Thank you to everyone who supported this competition! Providing free and accessible opportunities for the next generation of musicians to gain real experience and connections in the performing arts is essential to our mission, and we couldn't do it without your generous support. We are so honored to play a part in these finalists' professional journeys and we can't wait to see where these talented young conductors go next!

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Last night was the very first Pass the Baton—and what a night it was! ✨

So proud of these incredible conductors who took the stage bringing artistry, musicianship, and real presence to a full symphony concert. This is exactly why we created this opportunity: to open doors and give the next generation real experience on the podium.

Congratulations to our two winners 👏 and to all five finalists! We can’t wait to watch where your careers go next. This is just the beginning.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, cheered them on, and helped make this inaugural night one to remember.

#PassTheBaton #SymphonyoftheAmericas #Conducting #FutureOfMusic

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Join us next Tuesday, April 28th at The Broward Center for Pass the Baton! Following a weekend of coaching with Maestro Luke Frazier, these five rising-conductors will take turns leading Symphony of the Americas in a full-length concert!

This concert features the music of well-known American Composers. The first half is classical music with an emphasis on the work of Aaron Copland, and the second half is all new renditions of some of the most iconic American pop hits, going decade by decade, featuring beloved songs from Dolly Parton, Stevie Wonder, George Gershwin, and so many more!

Along with the scores from our panel of judges, the live audience gets to cast their votes to help select the winner, too! The winner of Pass the Baton will receive a cash prize and a paid opportunity to perform with us in the following season.

We hope you’ll join us for this exciting concert and help select the inaugural Pass the Baton winner!

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Introducing the finalists for our inaugural undergraduate conducting competition, Pass the Baton! Following a weekend of coaching with Maestro Luke Frazier, these young conductors will take turns leading the full orchestra, all while competing for cash prizes and future professional opportunities.

Meet Isaac Smith, a Music Education Major at Alabama A&M University. Hear from him as he hopes to gain experience from interacting with Maestro Luke, fellow student conductors, and the musicians of the Symphony of the Americas.

Our inaugural Pass the Baton competition and concert will be held on April 28th at the Broward Center. Our judges’ scores and audience votes will help The Symphony select its first-ever Conducting Competition winner, who will receive a cash prize and a paid opportunity to perform in the following season. We hope you’ll join us on for this exciting night and help select the inaugural Pass the Baton winner!

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Join us for our back to School Blood Drive 🩸

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Congratulations to brother Isaac Smith (@y2k.isaacc), on the completion of his summer internship. Brother Smith had the opportunity to intern with Thurgood Marshall College Fund. He was apart of a special program called the Teacher Quality and Retention Program (TQRP). Over 80 TQRP Fellows comprised of new and aspiring Black teachers representing 32 HBCUs across more than 60 cities participated in an intensive, in-person, 10-day professional development opportunity. Fellows engaged deeply in pedagogical and instructional practice sessions designed and delivered by experienced educators, with the theme “Not just good, but Thurgood.”

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I had the pleasure of attending the TMCF Teacher Quality and Retention Program this past week in Dover, Delaware.

It was a great week full of engaging informational sessions, love, networking and more around some truly amazing individuals. I even had the opportunity to teach a lesson to a group of middle school students. Thanking God because without him nun of this is possible !

My favorite quote from the week was “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any”

#futureeducator #melanatededucated #tqrp #explorepage✨

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Brother Isaac Smith (@y2k.isaacc), a sophomore Music Education major from Mobile, AL, has made history as the first in Alabama A&M’s music department to receive the Conn Selmer Institute HBCU Scholarship. This prestigious award grants him the opportunity to attend any regional events hosted by Conn Selmer. Again congratulations to brother and continue to be the example.🍾🎉

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Congratulations to Isaac Smith, a sophomore music education major (trumpet), on being selected as a recipient of the 2025 Conn Selmer Institute HBCU Scholarship. This honor grants him the opportunity to attend any CSI Regional Event of his choice, with free registration. We are incredibly proud of his achievement! Start Here, Go Anywhere!

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CALIIIII 🤩🤩🤩🤩 omgoodness I never thought I would be here!!! 😆😆 We left it all on the field 😌 I loved every second of this trip! I got to meet a lot of people (AS WELL AS A FELLOW BJHS ALUM 🤪) from different bands and just witness and be a part of black excellence 🤩 young me would be so happy rn 😌 It only gets better from here! 🤩 #hondabotb #hbcubands #mmw #cali

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