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Xavier Gold Live PodcastPurpose in Practice: Okyeame Haley ’95 on Advocacy, Service, and the Xavier MissionSend us a textOn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Okyeame Haley ‘95, a proud Xavier University of Louisiana alumnus. An attorney whose career reflects a deep commitment to service, justice, and mentorship. With more than two decades of experience in the legal field, Okyeame has built a career grounded in advocacy, integrity, and community impact.A New Orleans native, Okyeame earned his undergraduate degree from Xavier before going on to receive his Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and an LL.M. in Tax...
2026-02-0338 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastThe Xavier Standard: Quo Vadis Webster on Medicine and MentorshipSend us a textOn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Quo Vadis “QV” Webster, a double Xavier alumna, licensed professional counselor, and longtime Director of the Premedical Program at Xavier University of Louisiana. For over twenty-five years, QV has played a pivotal role in shaping the journey of Xavier’s pre-health students, guiding them through the academic, personal, and professional demands of preparing for careers in medicine and other health fields.A New Orleans native with degrees in chemistry and counseling from Xavier, QV leads the Pr...
2025-12-0233 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastXavier For Life: A History of Service and Leadership with Dr. Clarence BecknellSend us a textIn this special episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Dr. Clarence A. Becknell, Sr., a distinguished Xavier alumnus of the Classes of 1976, 1981, and 2023. A lifelong educator, military leader, historian, and dedicated servant of the Xavier community, Dr. Becknell’s journey reflects decades of commitment to learning, leadership, and uplifting others.From his early beginnings at Xavier University Preparatory High School to earning multiple degrees from Xavier University of Louisiana, Dr. Becknell has served as a teacher, principal, education program manager, and national guard of...
2025-11-1129 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastExcellence In Every Breath: Dr. Michael Young on Turning Vision into VocationSend us a textOn this episode of the Xavier Gold Live podcast, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Xavier alumnus Dr. Michael Young ’94, a dedicated anesthesiologist and healthcare leader whose work reflects excellence, faith, and service. He shares his journey from Xavier student to medical professional, highlighting how the lessons learned on campus continue to guide him in the operating room and beyond. Through his story, Dr. Young offers insight into the discipline, compassion, and purpose that define both his career and his character—reminding us that the Xavier mission lives on through ever...
2025-11-0529 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastPrescribing Purpose: Dr. Lauren Day Page '14 on Service and LeadershipSend us a textOn this episode of the Xavier Gold Live podcast, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with powerhouse Xavier alumna Dr. Lauren A. Day-Page ’09, a clinical pharmacist, public health leader, and proud Xavierite whose work embodies service and compassion. She reflects on her journey from pharmacy student to national award-winning practitioner and community trailblazer; helping charter the Jackson Metro Alumni Chapter and championing initiatives that uplift youth, families, and underserved communities. Through her story, Dr. Day-Page reminds us what it means to live the Xavier mission with purpose, heart, and excellence, proving th...
2025-10-0830 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastSales to Service: Randall McHenry '86 on the Importance of Xavierites Paying It ForwardSend us a textOn this episode of the Xavier Gold Live podcast, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with powerhouse Xavier alumnus Randall McHenry ‘86, former President of Xavier’s National Alumni Association. In this exciting episode, Randall shares how his unique Xavier experience laid the foundation for his journey as a significant community leader, entrepreneur, and devoted alumnus. He opens up about the lasting impact of Xavier on his life and blending personal advancement with service, always reflecting Xavier’s spirit in his work.Secure a ticket or sponsorship to the 2025 40 Under Forty...
2025-09-0235 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastBuilt for This: Teal Holden on Leadership, Giving Back, and Living the Xavier MissionSend us a textOn this episode, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with powerhouse Xavier alumna Teal Holden ’02, President of Xavier’s National Alumni Association and Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Services, Post-Acute Care, and Community Health. In this dynamic episode, Teal shares how her Xavier experience laid the foundation for her rise as a transformational healthcare leader and committed alumni advocate. She opens up about leading with integrity, the power of alumni unity, and what it means to give back while moving forward—carrying the Xavier mission into every space she enters.
2025-08-0549 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastLeading Ours: How Xavier Shaped Dwayne Aikens Jr. '04 to Build a Legacy That Lifts OthersSend us a textIn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Dwayne Aikens Jr. ‘04, a proud Xavier alumnus and state award–winning nonprofit leader. As Co-founder and Executive Director of We Lead Ours, Dwayne shares how his time at Xavier University of Louisiana laid the foundation for a life rooted in service, strategy, and social impact. Through community-driven action and visionary leadership, Dwayne continues to empower the next generation while staying grounded in the Xavier values that first inspired his journey.Find your city or region’s Fres...
2025-07-0137 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastLiving the Mission: History, Legacy, and Leadership with Dr. Sharlene Sinegal-Decuir '99Send us a textIn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Dr. Sharlene Sinegal-DeCuir ’99, a proud Xavier alumna and the Professor of History and Department Chair of African American & Diaspora Studies. Dr. Sinegal-DeCuir reflects on her journey from student to educator, sharing how Xavier University of Louisiana nurtured her passion for history and social justice. She discusses what it means to teach with purpose, lead with legacy, and stay grounded in the values that have shaped her as both a scholar and a servant leader. Register for...
2025-06-0325 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastA Double Dose of Xavier: Rev. Dr. Mitchell J. Stevens ’92, ’24 on Faith, Music and MentorshipSend us a textIn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, host TaShia Hogue, a proud member of the Class of 2024, interviews Reverend Dr. Mitchell J. Stevens ’92, ’24, a double alumnus of Xavier University of Louisiana. Dr. Stevens shares his journey as a servant leader in both ministry and music, reflecting on how Xavier shaped his sense of purpose and community. He explores the power of mentorship, the value of giving back, and the importance of cultivating strong alumni connections.This episode also marks a special transition: as TaShia graduates and Ja’l...
2025-05-0626 min