#StudentSpotlight: Jordan Phillips ’26 and Adeyemi Mitchell ’28 are spending the summer with BET as members of the BET Next Gen program, a yearlong leadership development initiative designed to prepare the next generation of media and entertainment professionals.
As part of the program, Phillips and Mitchell traveled to Los Angeles for the 2026 BET Awards, where they gained hands-on experience and behind-the-scenes exposure to one of the industry's premier celebrations of Black culture. Throughout the year, they will participate in professional development opportunities, mentorship, and immersive learning experiences across BET's creative, strategic, and business operations.
Launched by BET, the Next Gen program cultivates emerging leaders by providing direct access to media and entertainment professionals while equipping participants with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in the industry.
Phillips and Mitchell are among a select group of students participating in the...