Name: Torey S. Tolson

Occupation: Community Involvement Consultant

Employer: FirstEnergy

Name of High School and location: Northeast High in Zachary, Louisiana

Name of College #1 and location: Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana

Name of College #2 and location: University of Phoenix in Independence, Ohio

Name of your favorite teacher and what made the person special to you (any grade level, including college):  Ms. Geraldine London was my business/keyboarding teacher. She took up time with us, organizing cultural trips, she would let us hang-out in her classroom, and talk when we needed advice.

What were some of your most enjoyable times in school (any grade level): The time we spent in 11th and 12th Grade on free period, sitting in the courtyard laughing, playing music and just being carefree.

Looking back over the years, what advice would you give to your high school self or college self: Stop rushing to be grown, enjoy the time where your responsibilities are light. And everything is not that serious.

The reason(s) you are raising funds to support Project GRAD Akron ’s scholarships and programs: Project GRAD Akron is just a great organization that cares about young people succeeding. Who wouldn’t support a mission like that.

Favorite quote: Be Obedient and Favor Will Find You.