This week, johnjayathletics.com caught up with former student-athlete Tevin Brown ('16). Brown was a four-year member of the men's cross country team. In his four seasons of running, the Bloodhounds finished top three at all four CUNYAC Championships. In his final campaign, the Kingston, Jamaica native medaled after placing seventh overall at the championship in a time of 30:15. He was a Forensic Psychology & Anthropology major. 


1) Where has life taken you since you graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice?
After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, my life has taken me to the path of helping survivors during time of need by working for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). I get to make a positive impact on people's lives; there is always at least one person who is willing to provide a helping hand.

2) What personal or professional accomplishment(s) are you most proud of since you graduated?
I am proud of all the milestones I have completed after graduating from John Jay, especially in my current career field. If anyone 10 years ago would have told a younger me that I would be working with FEMA and making impactful changes to the agency, I would have told them, "nope, you must be thinking of someone else because I want to work for the FBI." I am happy with my position at FEMA because it still aligns with my aspirations in life of helping people.

3) What are you most proud of from your time as a Bloodhound?
The proudest moment as a Bloodhound was being a contributing member of the cross country team and being named a three-time CUNYAC All-Star. The reason why I am proud of this accomplishment is because I overcame the challenge of balancing school, work, sport, and the commute in and out of the city.

4) What advice would you give your college self/current Bloodhounds?
To all current and future Bloodhounds, no matter the type of adversity you face, you will persevere. With all that adversity you face now, it is only setting you up for success in the future.   

5) What did you learn in your time at John Jay that has stayed with you in your post-collegiate life?
One thing that stayed with me post-graduation from John Jay is volunteering and giving back to my community and other communities throughout the nation. It's always good to give back to people who are less fortunate than you, because one act of kindness can cause a positive ripple effect. 

6) Are you still involved with sports? If so, how?
Yes, I am still involved in sports. I still run and work out myself, support my younger sister with her soccer journey, and attend my former high school track meets when I am home and free. 


2018 Men's Cross Country Update:  The men's cross country team returned two runners from 2017 and added four new faces to round out the squad. During the regular season, the Bloodhounds placed fifth at the Baruch College Invitational and finished in sixth at the York College Invitational. The entire team will return for the 2019 season. 

To view all of the previous Alumni Spotlights, please visit www.johnjayathletics.com/alumnispotlight. 

 

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