Staff

Jazlyn Brown

Director, USC Black Alumni Association

Jazlyn serves as director of the USC Black Alumni Association, where she leads strategic initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement, foster cross-generational connections and advance the BAA mission and legacy.

Over the course of her career, Jazlyn has built extensive experience across higher education, health care and nonprofit advancement, with a focus on business development, fundraising and diversity-centered engagement. She most recently served as the assistant vice president of business development for University Credit Union, where she advanced strategic partnerships and institutional growth. Jazlyn previously served as the director of Loyola Marymount University’s African American Alumni Association and the university’s director of diversity initiatives, where she led programs that strengthened inclusive alumni engagement and institutional collaboration. Before joining LMU, she supported philanthropic initiatives and donor relations as a development associate for the Board of Governors and Women’s Guild at Cedars-Sinai.

Jazlyn earned a Bachelor of Arts in sociology, with a minor in English, from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and an Executive MBA from Loyola Marymount University. She is currently a doctoral candidate at Pepperdine University pursuing a PhD in global leadership and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Her academic training and professional experience inform a leadership approach grounded in strategic vision, relationship-building and a sustained commitment to institutional excellence and community impact.

In her personal time, Jazlyn enjoys spending time with her husband and children, reading and ice skating.

Jazlyn Brown

Director, USC Black Alumni Association

Jazlyn serves as director of the USC Black Alumni Association, where she leads strategic initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement, foster cross-generational connections and advance the BAA mission and legacy.

Over the course of her career, Jazlyn has built extensive experience across higher education, health care and nonprofit advancement, with a focus on business development, fundraising and diversity-centered engagement. She most recently served as the assistant vice president of business development for University Credit Union, where she advanced strategic partnerships and institutional growth. Jazlyn previously served as the director of Loyola Marymount University’s African American Alumni Association and the university’s director of diversity initiatives, where she led programs that strengthened inclusive alumni engagement and institutional collaboration. Before joining LMU, she supported philanthropic initiatives and donor relations as a development associate for the Board of Governors and Women’s Guild at Cedars-Sinai.

Jazlyn earned a Bachelor of Arts in sociology, with a minor in English, from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and an Executive MBA from Loyola Marymount University. She is currently a doctoral candidate at Pepperdine University pursuing a PhD in global leadership and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Her academic training and professional experience inform a leadership approach grounded in strategic vision, relationship-building and a sustained commitment to institutional excellence and community impact.

In her personal time, Jazlyn enjoys spending time with her husband and children, reading and ice skating.

Faithe Clary

Faithe Clary MSL ’26

Associate Director, USC Black Alumni Association

Recognized as a relationship builder, community strategist, and collaborative leader, Faithe is dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities that foster belonging, mentorship, professional development, and lifelong engagement. In her role, she oversees a diverse portfolio of programs and events, manages cross-campus partnerships, supports volunteer leadership, and develops initiatives that advance alumni participation and student success. Her work has included leadership of major engagement efforts such as the USC Black Alumni Association’s 50th Anniversary celebration, alumni networking experiences, mentorship initiatives, and community-building programs that connect generations of Trojans.

Faithe’s professional background combines expertise in higher education, alumni relations, organizational leadership, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. She is known for her strategic planning, collaborative approach, and commitment to building strong communities that create lasting impact.

She holds a Master of Law with a focus in Human Resources and Compliance from the USC Gould School of Law, a Master of Arts in Education – Multicultural Counseling from San Diego State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing & Management) from Bethune-Cookman University.
Faithe is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated. She is passionate about leadership development, community engagement, and empowering individuals through meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth.

Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, Faithe enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures and experiences, and spending quality time with family and friends.