An economics major with a minor in finance, Champion Ojo now represents the student body at the highest level of university decision-making as Morgan State University’s student regent.

After graduating from Bladensburg High School, Ojo came to Morgan determined to make an impact.

He quickly became involved in the Student Government Association, serving two years as a senator before becoming SGA comptroller, where he managed the organization’s finances.

His long-term goal, however, had always been clear; becoming student regent.

“Since my freshman year, I knew I wanted to serve as Student Regent,” said Ojo.

“I started having conversations with previous Regents early on and learning what it really meant to represent students at that level.”

The path to becoming student regent is said to be highly competitive.

Candidates go through three rounds of interviews, starting with the SGA president and the dean of student affairs, then advancing to a panel with the university president.

The final selection is confirmed by the Board of Regents and approved by the governor of Maryland.

“Being student regent means dealing with decisions at the governing level,” Ojo explained.

“It’s about buildings, budgets, and policies that impact the entire university. It’s not really student-focused, it’s university-focused.”

Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Ojo moved to the United States at 10 years old.

Adjusting to a new culture wasn’t easy, but he remained focused on success, motivated by family and his peers.

His drive led him to pursue leadership opportunities not only at Morgan but also through national organizations like the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, where he gained additional experience in policy and advocacy.

Now, as student regent, Ojo plans to ensure that students remain part of critical university conversations.

“One of my current projects is reviewing where certain majors are located to make sure students are in the most suitable learning environments,” he said.

Outside of representing students on the Board of Regents, Ojo stays deeply involved in campus life.

He currently serves as a resident assistant in Thurgood Marshall Hall, where he mentors and supports students beyond academics.

“I have an email list where I send out all the opportunities I come across to any past or current residents I’ve had,” said Ojo.

“It’s important to me that my residents know there’s always something out there for them.”

Ojo’s leadership is grounded in perseverance and purpose.

“I want to show students that anything is possible as long as you put your mind to it,” he said.

“I came here freshman year, set my eyes on a position, and I got it without any added assistance.”

Ojo emphasizes that despite his title, he’s still just a regular student who wants to stay connected to the Morgan community.

He encourages students to reach out with concerns and hopes to bring greater transparency between the student body and administration.

“Just because I’m regent doesn’t mean I’m not a student like everyone else, I’m really just a chill guy,” he said.
“I want people to know they can come to me, and I’ll do my best to make sure their voices are heard.”

His favorite quote; “Your response to adversity in life is the true measure of who you are and what you’re made of,” reflects everything he’s worked toward and continues to embody.

As he approaches graduation, Ojo hopes to leave a legacy of integrity, inclusion, and opportunity for future generations of Morgan students.