Miles College Hosts Judge U.W. Clemon Center Business & Research Conference
Miles College celebrated its first Judge U.W. Clemon Center Business & Research Conference during Homecoming 2026, uniting leaders from Alabama and prominent figures in business, entertainment, and civic engagement.
New Orleans Hip Hop pioneer Percy “Master P” Miller received recognition as a Distinguished Honoree for his substantial contributions to entrepreneurship and economic empowerment.
The conference introduced Dr. Jamila T. Davis and civil rights attorney Angelo Pinto, Esq. as the inaugural Scholars-in-Residence. They will spearhead the center’s Health, Wealth, and Civic Engagement Initiative, aimed at fostering economic mobility and community safety.
Further highlights included national leaders such as Tamika D. Mallory, and Yandy Smith, along with Miles College students and Birmingham community leaders. The conference featured presentations on HBCU student research, discussions on entrepreneurship, and a keynote event titled “Changing the Narrative of Justice.”
The event also announced the expansion of the U.W. Clemon Center and its commitment to tackling issues of community safety and youth development.
To learn more about the center, visit Miles College Center for Economic and Social Justice.
