Accomplished Siblings, VSU Alums, and Former BOV Members To Serve As Homecoming Parade Marshals

The Homecoming Parade is a cherished annual tradition at the University and will return to its full route in 2024.

Virginia State University has announced that siblings and former VSU Board of Visitors members Daun Hester and Glenn Sessoms will serve as the marshals for the 2024 Homecoming Parade. The parade is a time-honored event in the University's annual Homecoming celebration that will take place on Saturday, October 12, starting at 9:00 am.

Hester and Sessoms have deep ties to VSU, both holding degrees from the University and following in the footsteps of their parents, who were also VSU alums.

Since 2018, Hester has served as the Treasurer of the City of Norfolk, holding the esteemed title of the first female to lead the office. Hester also represented the 89th House District as a former member of the Virginia General Assembly. During her tenure, she served on the Appropriations, Education, and General Laws Committees.

Prior to holding state office, Hester served on the Norfolk City Council and was also the city's Vice Mayor. She also spent 22 years working for Norfolk Public Schools.

Sessoms retired from Federal Express in 2009. At Federal Express, Sessoms held multiple management positions, overseeing a wide range of operations and strategic areas. Sessoms managed approximately 39 locations and hubs in more than 14 states with approximately 5,600 employees.

An active member of the community, Sessoms also served on multiple boards, including Leadership Memphis 2008 and the Boy Scouts Chickasaw Council.

VSU is honored to have such distinguished guests serve as this year's Homecoming parade marshals. Hester and Sessoms are dedicated stewards to their respective communities who embody the values and principles that VSU strives to instill in its students.

The Homecoming Parade returns in full force this year with 20 bands, including the Trojan Explosion Marching Band, and 41 parade units. To view the parade route, please visit https://www.vsu.edu/homecoming.php.