Vice President of Marketing, Strategy, Impact & Innovation Dr. Shaquille K. Dillon Recognized in Southern University Alumni Federation’s Top 40 Under 40
Friday Nov, 01 2024
Austin, Texas — Dr. Shaquille K. Dillon, Vice President for Marketing, Strategy, Impact, and Innovation at Huston-Tillotson University, has been named among Southern University Alumni Federation’s Top 40 Under 40 honorees. This esteemed recognition highlights his exceptional contributions to higher education through transformative leadership, innovative strategy, and community impact.
A two-time alumnus of Southern University, Dr. Dillon has profoundly influenced institutions such as Southern University and A&M College, Tennessee State University, and Wiley College. At Huston-Tillotson University, he continues his commitment to excellence, driving initiatives that elevate the university’s brand and visibility, deepen student engagement, expand special programming, and foster forward-thinking innovation across campus.
Dr. Dillon’s accolades include Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Louisiana District Alumni Brother of the Year, HBCU Buzz’s Top 30 Under 30, and the NASAP Student Leadership Institute Male Advisor of the Year Award. As an author, radio personality, and keynote speaker, he shares his insights across various media. Be sure to tune in to KAZI 88.7 FM in Austin, Texas, where Dr. Dillon hosts “Live on Bluebonnet” every other Monday, bringing insightful discussions and thought-provoking content to the airwaves.
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About Huston-Tillotson University
Huston-Tillotson University, the first institution of higher education in Austin, Texas, has roots dating back to 1875. HT is an independent, church-related, historically black, four-year liberal arts institution located on a 23-acre tree-lined campus near downtown in East Austin. Huston-Tillotson University’s mission is a faith-based historically black college and university (HBCU) nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, Texas. Huston-Tillotson University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees. HT is also an NC-SARA school. For more information, please visit www.htu.edu.
