<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=22XLo4_0wLUi4bb00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=22XLo4_0wLUi4bb00" width="1217" height="1704" ><figcaption>Photo provided by Emmanuel B. Mgbahurike</figcaption></figure>Jinorri Wilson is an energetic and curious junior at Savannah State University. He is from the Caribbean island of Jamaica and studies computer science technology.“I try to look on the bright side of things, the bright side of people, and the bright side of situations, even in bad situations you can always learn from it and apply something for the future,” Wilson stated.Wilson wanted to study abroad when he was in Jamaica because there were more opportunities, technology and resources available.“SSU chose me,” he stated.Wilson received a scholarship from the alumni association in high school and was paired up with a mentor who had a classmate who went to SSU. “I had guidance throughout my application period compared to the IVY leagues where you have to figure everything out yourself,” Wilson said.He received extensive guidance from Mrs. Joline Keevy, director of the international education center at SSU, who helped him gravitate towards the university. Wilson felt the family-oriented atmosphere at SSU. He said, “When I came here the students and staff were supportive, they wanted to see me succeed.” Initially, Wilson wanted to major in mechanical engineering but switched to computer science technology due to scholarship opportunities and the broad nature of the degree. “Pursuing a computer science degree gives me the opportunity to go anywhere with it, to learn more, and to not be restricted to mechanical engineering,” he said. Wilson also hopes to delve into mechatronics eventually.During the 2022-2023 academic year, Wilson served as Mr. Freshman, secretary of the International Students Association (ISA), a member of Model African Union (MAU), a member of the Honors Program and a student employee in the parking department. He also started conducting research with his professors during his first year. “I always have that knack for leadership. If I am a part of something, I’m going to want to see it strive. I do not want to see it die,” Wilson stated.During his sophomore year, he pivoted and stepped into the role of sophomore vice president, president of MAU, and senator of the Student Organization Leaders. He maintained his role as ISA secretary, member of the Honors program, and researcher and picked up the role of a volunteer intern with the information technology department.Currently, Wilson is the programs chairman of the National Society for Black Engineers (NSBE). Additionally, he is in the process of reinstating Agent C5, a cyber security organization. Despite being involved in all of these organizations, Wilson has been able to maintain a 4.0 GPA. Wilson admitted to overcommitting at times and is actively working on improving this aspect of himself. “Even if I am happy and optimistic about it [organizational duties], I still have to think about myself,” he said.Wilson is also a part of a nonprofit organization called Technology Shared. “It's an organization that strives to teach technology to the elderly and youth in Savannah, Georgia,” he stated. Wilson helps them out during the week at different community centers. “I would love to see every student on campus, with some sort of alternative wheels other than their cars,” Wilson smiled.Wilson is passionate about preserving the earth, not just for the current generation but for the future. “I’m very pro-environment; we only have one earth - we have to take care of it,” he said.You can find him riding his bike and collecting any trash he finds while walking. Wilson stated, “A little effort goes a long way.”One lesson that Wilson will never forget is, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” Wilson shared an analogy of him being on a steep hill in Jamaica and being uncomfortable asking for a ride. He reminds his peers, “If you do not ask, it's a 100% chance that the answer will be no, but if you do ask it's a 50% chance of being no.”Wilson looks at SSU as, “a big incubator.” He smiled and stated that the minor adversities that we face at SSU, will help us [students] navigate challenges in the future. “Take full advantage of the opportunities that you have here now. Whatever you can do now to benefit yourself for the future, do it,” he advised. Wilson expressed that people are more inclined to help students who try to “better themselves for the future.”He left with this message to his fellow peers, “Think about the reason you are here. The reason you are here is to build a network, get an education, develop resources, and take advantage of them.”</div></body>

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Recognizing a Rising Scholar: A Feature Story on Jinorri Wilson

Jinorri Wilson is an energetic and curious junior at Savannah State University. He is from the Caribbean island of Jamaica and studies computer science technology. “I try to look on the bright side of things, the bright side of people, and the bright side of situations, even in bad situations you can always learn from it and apply something for the future,” Wilson stated.