michael_teasley_web.jpgJackson, Miss. — Michael Teasley, who served as the first white president of the Jackson State University NAACP chapter, passed last week at the age of 40.

Teasley was elected as the first white president of an NAACP student chapter at a historically black college in 2010. Before that, he had served as the chapter’s second vice president.

“Michael Teasley carried on the proud tradition of freedom fighters in Mississippi,” stated NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous. “I will remember him for his passion and commitment. The entire NAACP holds his family, friends and the members of the Jackson State University NAACP in our thoughts and prayers.”

“I will always remember Michael’s friendship and his enthusiasm for the work of the NAACP,”

stated NAACP Mississippi State Conference President Derrick Johnson. “Michael was dedicated to ensuring that all people receive equity and justice. He was an inspiration to those he worked with.”

Photo: Michael Teaseley