HBCU’s supporters rally after Jackson State president nabbed in prostitution sting
The arrest and subsequent resignation of the president of a major Historically Black College and University (HBCU) has rallied Jackson State University’s defenders, but also has sparked criticism of the school.
William Bynum, 57, was arrested over the weekend along with several other people, according to the Clinton, Mississippi, Police Department. Bynum is charged with procuring services of a prostitute, false statement of identity and simple possession of marijuana. He resigned Monday.
send up a quick prayer fa my dear ole college home, jackson state university. we are in trying times💀
— juice (@jeezyspill) February 10, 2020
Bynum arrived at Jackson State after serving four years as vice president for enrollment management and student services at Morehouse College in Atlanta.
@AlanDersh @jaketapper @maddow Dershowitz next client. The same defense should work. If you’re President you can do anything. William Bynum Jr., president of Jackson State University, resigned after he was arrested in Mississippi over the weekend as part of a prostitution sting.
— swiperight (@swiperight10) February 11, 2020
Thomas Hudson has been named acting Jackson State president. His appointment went into effect Monday, the same day as Bynum’s resignation.
This has no bearings on JSU as a school this man's character is not that on JSU. He was forced on us as a president to begin with by IHL. Your choice of course but this is on him and IHL not Jackson State University
— Nora Shanay (@LadyNay1920) February 10, 2020
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The fact is they can set up a sting like this ANYWHERE: schools, businesses, churches, police depts. & even the Swamp & they'll snare ppl.
— billy jack (@billyjack2016) February 12, 2020
Jackson State University president and his employee 'arrived at hotel to see a prostitute together' and ... #Topbuzz https://t.co/LUJltClkxm
Jordan Jefferson, president of Jackson State University’s Student Government Association, said the school is “moving forward as one tiger family.
"A wise man once said, stop focusing on what happened and start focusing on what's going to move you forward," Jefferson said, as reported by WFTV. "This is our charge! It is our job as students, faculty, staff, and alumni to continue to remind others why this institution is the 'College of Our Hearts.' "
i have officially withdrawn from jackson state university. i will not allow myself to be associated with such an institution no longer. especially after having Dr. Bynum come to my church and speak on how much of a man of God he is.
— mastad0n (@1mastad0n) February 10, 2020
“Hudson currently serves as special assistant to the president and chief diversity officer for the university,” Jefferson said. “As a Jackson State alum and current staff member, he is well known to many of us and is more than qualified to take on the mantle of president.”
Do NOT bash Jackson State University.
— KeitraBri ‼️ (@BriKeitra) February 10, 2020
Do NOT withdraw from Jackson State University.
Do NOT talk to the press about Jackson State University.
After all, you are here for a reason. I don’t know anyone who chooses a college for the president.
"Students are very upset about the situation," Jefferson told WAPT. "We love Dr. Bynum. He was a great personable person. Very outgoing and was a great person overall, so everybody's sad about the situation."
Jackson State University has and will always be rachet. It's almost comical to expect the City of Jackson, alumni, and other colleges and universities to have prestige and respect for a institution that's constantly surrounded by unwavering controversy
— Alexis (@LaShundra_91) February 10, 2020
Jackson State claims the late Walter Payton, one of the NFL’s greatest running backs, as one of its most famous alums.
Now would be a great time for other HBCU Alumni to support Jackson State University and share some support. In addition, it would be great PR for current and former students to share their positive memories of the institution. #HBCUUnity
— Emanuel D. Williams (@emanueldwilliam) February 10, 2020
The university is one of the largest HBCUs in the U.S. and is the fourth-largest university in Mississippi.
Highest APR among HBCUs • STEM Powerhouse • Leading Doctoral Producer • Research Intensive Institution Designation • Official NASA Partner
— Novahs (@Novahsx) February 10, 2020
We remain Jackson State University! 💪#THEEiLove
Will black Jackson State University President William Bynum Jr. get the same slap on the wrist treatment that white Patriots’ owner Robert Kraft got, or no because Bynum is black? #firstthem
— Bold Justice (@bold_justice) February 10, 2020
Bynum was hired in 2017 by the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board as JSU’s president. He also served for four years as president of Mississippi Valley State University. He is married and is the father of six children.
When people type in Jackson State University in google this story is the first thing that pops up . This scandal is ruining the whole school name
— Jeremy Cortèz (@iamjcOrtez) February 10, 2020
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