National Black Radio Hall of Fame Scholarship Inspires ShawU Student’s Creative Journey

For Shaw University mass communications major Jevon Draft, storytelling is more than a creative outlet; it is his calling.

Draft, a member of the Class of 2028, was recently awarded the National Black Radio Hall of Fame Scholarship. He said the recognition affirms that he is on the right path toward achieving his dream of becoming a film director.

“To me, it means I’m on the right path toward my goal of being a film director,” Draft said.

His passion for film began early. As a child, he spent hours watching television and movies and imagining his own versions of what he saw on screen. In high school, he joined a film program that introduced him to recording and production, and he has loved creating stories ever since.

Draft credits his family as his greatest source of support.

“My family has been my biggest source of encouragement,” he said. “Every time I talk to them about what I’m doing, they give me advice on how to take that next step toward my goals.”

He also encourages other students to stay focused and intentional.

“For current students, find time in the day to collect your thoughts,” he said. “For future students, come here with a plan so you can balance fun and academics.”

The scholarship is supported by the Charlotte Chapter of the National Black Radio Hall of Fame and was presented by Shaw alumnus Gary Jones, founder of Get with the Program talk media, and Chris Johnson, president of High Impact Media.