Mar Deen Bingham Boykin

Hometown: Lorman, MS

Career: Federal Gov’t - Social Security Admin,

Madison County (MS) Schools

Organizations: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

St. Joseph Catholic Women Aux

Alcorn Alumni Association

Spouse: Dr. Carl H. Boykin (Alcornite)

Children: Keto M. Boykin

Dr. Carl A. Boykin

Grandchildren: Miracle Boykin,

Treasure Boykin, Jaden Boykin,

Carter Boykin, & Chloe Boykin

Birthday: September 15th

What did being in the Alcorn State University band mean to you?

It was exciting! Griffin always kept us on our toes.

How does is feel to be an original member of the first dance team in the history of HBCUs?

I am honored and proud to have been a part of such a monumental, majestic, and magnificent era of Alcorn State University history!

Words of wisdom:

Be proud of your experiences at Alcorn. Always pursue your dreams. Believe that you can accomplish anyhing because you are from the “Land of the Brave”