Texas Southern University Alumni
Greater Los Angeles Chapter
Purpose: The TSU Greater Los Angeles Chapter promotes the educational goals of Texas Southern University, with special emphasis on the interests and welfare of its students. We are charged with the recruitment, networking, and provision of financial support to students from the greater Los Angeles area, who are matriculating at TSU.
William F. Hampton
President — 2022 – Present
President's Welcome
As President, I am excited to welcome everyone to the Texas Southern University Greater Los Angeles Chapter website. This platform is designed to connect, engage, and inspire our alumni community. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, your journey and achievements are an integral part of our legacy. We extend our help to all students, teachers, and those who seek to enhance their lives. We stand with the TSU motto “Excellence in Achievement”.
Welcome to Texas Southern University Greater Los Angeles Chapter – Where your journey begins!
TSU Early History
● 1927 – Texas Southern University (TSU) a Historically Black College (HBCU) had its humble beginnings as Houston Colored Junior College, a privately funded school, under the supervision of Houston Public Schools. It was located in Third Ward on the campus of Jack Yate High School
● 1934 – Because of rapidly increased enrollment, the School Board changed it to a four-year college and named it Houston College for Negroes.
● 1947 – Influenced by a lawsuit by Herman Sweatt who was denied admission to the University of Texas Law School, a “separate but equal” law school was added by the state, thus the name was changed to Texas University for Negroes, the first state school of its kind in Houston.
● 1951 – After students petitioned the legislature to remove ‘for Negros’ from the name, it became Texas Southern University.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide a meaningful connection between our alumni and the students of Los Angeles. It is our hope that through sharing our academic and professional experiences we can network, create friendships, and most importantly, create a pathway for LA students to transition from high school to our alma mater, and eventually into our alumni ranks. By providing information about the university, mentoring, and providing scholarships, we want to make it easier for students to take advantage of the opportunities available at TSU. In addition, it is our mission to expose students to the history and traditions of how a Texas Southern University education can change their future.
Executive Board
William F. Hampton
President
AA, BA, MFA, INGLEWOOD, WEST ANGELES CHURCH
TIFFANY MUHAMMAD
VICE PRESIDENT
From Phoenix, Arizona B.S. degree in Administration of Justice (AJ) Masters in Public Administration (MPA) Jurius Doctorate (JD) degree from Texas Southern University, class of 2004. licensed attorney and entrepreneur, practice includes: sports and entertainment, immigration, and personal injury
Vacant
SECRETARY
Zenobia E Millet
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
1976 graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in History, minor in Communications (1st class of the School of Communications). A native of San Francisco and a resident of Altadena CA, Zenobia is the proprietor of the Funding Boutique and Media Technologies, producer/host of Luxology TV, and curator of high-end technology showcases and investing events.
Clyde Cassel, RPh
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
From Watts, CA. Graduated Jordan H.S. Received BA in Mathematics from Lawrence University, Appleton, WI. Graduated TSU School of Pharmacy class of 80′. Retired owner of Short Stop Pharmacy 2015, Carson, CA.
Captain Mario M. Ecung
United Air Lines (Retired)
TREASURER
A native Angelino, I grew up in South Central Los Angeles. After graduating from Manual Arts High School in 1973 I was awarded a full athletic scholarship in swimming and started my undergraduate education at Texas Southern University. I received my BA Degree in Mathematics and a commission as an Ensign in the United States Navy in December 1977. I was a US Navy Pilot and United Air Lines Pilot for over 42 years retiring from United Air Lines in 2021.
CHUCK CONNOR
SERGEANT AT ARMS
1996 graduate with a Bachelor of Sciences in Mathematics Los Angeles. Retired Educator.
Vacant
CHAPLAIN
Vacant
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Vacant
HISTORIAN
Joyce Wooden Norfleet
PRESIDENT EMERITUS — 2001 – 2022
B Music Ed, TSU; MEd in School Administration and MA in Counseling and Guidance, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Former professional musician and teacher in Houston,
Denver and Los Angeles.
Retired School Administrator – Los Angeles Unified School District.
IN MEMORY
ELLIS GORDON, Jr
TREASURER — 2001 – 2024
B.A. degree in Economics, Texas Southern University. MBA in Finance and Marketing,
University of Illinois at Champaign. Founding principal of Gordon/Barash Associates.