New Media Alumni Wins Nigerian National Championship
Chidi Okezie, Class of 2011, became Nigeria's 400m national champion on his first visit to the country. "I’m just blessed to win my first race during my first visit to Nigeria to compete . You never expect to win but you go out with the mindset expecting anything to happen, especially with the talented field that was out there; anything was possible.” The 22-year old competed for the US at junior level and was part of the American 4×400m relay team that won GOLD at the 2012 World Junior Championships in Barcelona. Speaking about his decision to run for Nigeria, he said: “The Nigerian people contacted my coach when they saw my name, so they talked to me. I must say that it has been a challenging and new experience as well. I knew I had to get out hard because I’d had some fast people in the heats with me, so I knew it was going to be a fast race. I tried to prepare myself mentally to get ready.” Having competed in the CAA Warri Grand Prix before coming for the National Trials, Chidi Okezie is probably one athlete Nigerians would be seeing for a long time. |
New Media Technology Charter School Alumni
New Media Technology Charter School graduates have gone on to pursue a wide variety of challenging and rewarding post secondary educational pursuits as well as diverse careers with many different companies and organizations. We are proud of our alumni and continue to support their growth and development.
Many of our students have chosen to continue their studies and pursue advanced degrees in various fields, including Industrial Design, Education, Photography, Nursing, Biology, Film Production and more. We have also had a number of students who are independent business owners and entrepreneurs.
Many of our students have chosen to continue their studies and pursue advanced degrees in various fields, including Industrial Design, Education, Photography, Nursing, Biology, Film Production and more. We have also had a number of students who are independent business owners and entrepreneurs.
Alumni Profile Of The Month
Where Do/Did You Attend College?
I attend the FIRST historically black college/university, Cheyney University!! I am a Theater major. I aspire to be an actress and playwright. I want to use theater to uplift black people, world wide. Some of my personal accomplishments include joining the United States Army Reserves, serving as Miss Cheyney University, and currently I am serving as SGCA President! New Media should be credited for who I am!
What Did You Gain From Your Experience AT NMTCS?
My experience at New Media has cultivated a self love that is hard to come by in this generation. I am proud to be black. Because of New Media, I know where I came from, I know my history. I know how powerful African American people are. New Media has given me self confidence, courage, discipline, creativity, and love! I love New Media and I am glad that I graduated from such a fine high school. I am currently working on improving the social aspects of my University and cultivating a more positive energy at Cheyney.
Advice for NMTCS Students
What I'd say to current students at New Media is to, OWN YOUR DESTINY! Don't allow the media or the world to define what success means to you! Success is love, it is forgiveness, it's financial stability, it's kindness, success is what you say it is! Be fearless & relentless in your attempt to pursue your goals! Remember the most valuable asset is TIME. You can always make your money back. But time, once you lose it; it's gone. Use your time wisely and purposefully! You should always be on the move, grinding, to get closer to what you deem as success!