MM Bootcamp Blog #1

My name is JoBreil Powell. I am from Minneapolis, MN, which is also where I grew up. Throughout my years of living back home in Minneapolis I went to an Arts school by the name of Ramsey I.F.A.C (International Fine Arts Center) from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Ramsey is a performing arts school and in my nine years there I learned how to play many instruments along with being in a few plays. The instruments I played were the snare drums in band, drumline, and Jazz combo 7th and 8th grade. From 4th Grade to 7th Grade I played the Violin in Orchestra, while only learning a few basics of the piano/keyboard. In high school I went to Washburn High and played Basketball and Track & Field all four years.

My hobbies include playing basketball, watching football, and exercising consistently everyday. I am very interested in traveling, meeting people, and having a competitive nature. When it comes to Mass Media I chose it because it gives me a chance to be back with art, learn new techniques behind and infront of the camera and I love to debate sports, so this could give me the opportunity to possibly have a debate with Steven A. Smith and Max Kellerman on ESPN First Take or Shaq, Ernie Johnson, Kenny “The Jet” Smith, and the one and only Charles Barkley. I came to Washburn to not only finish school with a degree, but actually get my chance to play basketball as well. Get myself out there for the NBA draft or Professional ball someway. I went to Dakota State University my first two years, it didn’t work the way I would’ve like and Washburn welcomed me and gave me an opportunity that I’ve been waiting for. I am truly BLESSED.