Michael Clear Jr.

Inspired by being born and raised in Dallas and as a first-generation college student, Michael found his passion for African American history and culture while studying in college. He incorporates and celebrates this rich history and culture into his teaching and personal life—Juneteenth and Kwanzaa are now annual celebrations. As the chair of an existing mentoring program and current mentor, Michael is passionate about changing the mindsets of young people that he works with daily, working to inspire them to believe that there are no limits in what they could do or become.