Davaughn Golden

Columbus, Ohio | Political Science Major, Latin American Studies and Philosophy Minors

His nominator wrote that, for two years, he has seen Davaughn Golden productively advocate for marginalized students on our campus, both modeling the type of behavior we hope to develop in all of our students and actively working to produce change. Specifically, Davaughn has worked with the I Am Miami initiative to expand its influence and to enhance campus culture. He and another student created an identity panel made up of Miami students from traditionally marginalized groups. The panelists discussed their goals at Miami, the negative experience they have had related to their identities, and their vision for a better Miami.  

Additionally, Davaughn worked closely with several campus offices to design and implement a Winter Term immersion trip to Washington DC, was a member of the Black President’s Caucus, and actively mentored K12 students to encourage them to enter higher education. Davaughn has also completed internships with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office working on higher education issues, and with an Ohio State Representative.