Edward Waters College

Hardiman, Jeffery Lane, 1963?present, Businessman,
American proponent of equality in humanity.
b. Indianapolis, Indiana. He graduated from St. Johns High
school l(1981) on Johns Island, S.C. At the age of 17, Hardiman
answered the call to his country and joined the U.S. Navy. He
traveled extensively around the world. While serving in the U.S.
Navy he traveled extensively abroad and achieved the position of Petty Officer First Class (E-6). He was awarded the following awards and ribbons: Good Conduct Award, National Defense Medal, Southeast Asia Service medal w/bronze star, Navy Unit Combination, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and Meritorious Unit Commendation. He served his country with great honor and distinction.
In 1993 he ended his career and became a private citizen, he was fascinated by the travel that he accomplished while serving as a sailor. He knew that travel was an area that captured his interest, so he became a member of the American Express team, he served as a Travel Counselor making travel arrangements for American Express elite, Platinum card holders. His tenure with American Express led to many hours in the community, with the help of American Express he was able to award two grants for organizations that he was strongly involved with: $2,000.00 for the SAVE Program at Southside Middle School and $3,000.00 for the Boys Home Association. He became a member of the American Association of Travel Agents. He was also awarded with the American Express MVP in 1998. He stood out among thousands of employees because of his dedication to his community and outstanding work ethics.
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His journey was just beginning as he decided to further his education. He enrolled as a student at Edward Waters College. He decided that while enrolled as a student he must not be stagnant so in just being the ordinary student, he put his leadership into action: He held the following offices and awards in 1997 as a freshman: Freshman Class President, Senator for the Student Government Association, President, Pre-Alumni Council. In his sophomore year he held the following offices: Business Manager for the Student Government Association, President, Pre-Alumni Council (2nd term), Secretary, Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity, Inc. He defined his role in leadership further in his Junior year, he held the following offices: Vice President, Student Government Association, President Kappa Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and as a Senior he held the following offices: President of the Pan-Hellenic Council, member of Alpha Chi Honor Society, he was awarded with the Dr. Jimmy R. Jenkins, Sr. Outstanding Senior award.
In addition to being a student Hardiman worked as a telemarketer at Edward Waters College, his achievements were quite impressive. He created, designed, and monitored a database that coordinated prospective and interested students into the institution. This system helped tracked demographics that assisted in the awarding of scholarships, receipt of mass mail-outs, and the cultivating of prospective students. This database was also shared through various offices on the campus. He assisted in the capital funds drive through his presentation through the Board of Visitors. His recommendation for constant improvement of the application process has lead to a turn around time of 72 hours.

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Working towards becoming one of America's most prominent black intellectuals, Hardiman earned a BA from Edward Waters College and a Masters in Business Administration with a focus in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix. He is currently working towards his Doctoral Degree in Organizational Leadership also from the University of Phoenix. During a period in volunteer venture he became interested in Human rights. His concern for the problems of inhumane conditions around the world has led him to seek higher education and a better understanding of creating a solution. His strong belief is designed ?to promote the spirit of equal humane rights and a better sense of pride.? Broadly, his goal is to foster worldwide unity among all and to establish the greatness of the humane conditions throughout the world.
Beliefs; aspiring to change the world, creating a better world for all.

The motivation behind his drive is summed up in the poem listed below:
(The Power of One, 2002)

?One song can spark a moment
One flower can wake the dream
One tree can start a forest
One bird can herald spring
One smile begins a friendship
One handclasp lifts a soul
One star can guide a ship at sea
One word can frame the goal
One vote can change a nation
One sunbeam lights a room
One candle wipes out darkness
One laugh will conquer gloom
One step must start each journey
One word must start each prayer
One hope will raise our spirits
One voice can speak with wisdom
One heart can know what's true
One life can make the difference
You see, it's up to you!!?
Enough passion can help to understand that change can be created.