Jocelynn Poppy Johnson

Jocelynn Poppy Johnson is a higher education professional, community engagement leader, and media entrepreneur whose work centers on student success, strategic communication, community partnerships, and institutional impact. She currently serves as Manager of Community Services at Prairie View A&M University's College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources and also works as an Adjunct Instructor. In these roles, she develops outreach initiatives, builds external partnerships, supports student engagement and recruitment, and creates programs that connect students and communities with academic and professional opportunities. Jocelynn's career began in higher education recruitment as an Admissions Counselor at Baylor University before she pursued her Master of Business Administration at Prairie View A&M University. During her graduate studies, she became deeply involved with the Graduate Student Association, eventually serving as president and representing more than 1,000 graduate students. She introduced new student-focused programs, secured $30,000 in institutional funding, expanded the organization's membership from approximately 100 to more than 400 students, and delivered the university's graduate commencement address in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. Her leadership also earned University and college-wide recognition through the Distinguished Leadership Award and the ROOTED Academy Leadership Award. Alongside her higher education career, Jocelynn is the Founder and Director of Poppy J. Media, a multimedia company she established in 2017 that combines storytelling, strategy, digital media, and social impact. Her work has included podcasting, documentary production, branded campaigns, and mentoring emerging creatives through the Poppy J. Collegiate Internship Program. She was nationally recognized as an AT&T Dream in Black Rising Future Maker in 2022 and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at Liberty University with a focus on Strategic Media and Digital Content. Across her academic, professional, and entrepreneurial work, Poppy remains committed to serving her community, creating opportunities for others, and encouraging people to embrace their own paths rather than comparing themselves to anyone else.