Student Spotlight: Jackson Marshall

For Texas native Jackson Marshall, staying busy is more than a habit; it's a way of life. Since beginning his studies at St. Philip's College (SPC) in Fall 2024, Marshall has balanced a full-time course load while working two part-time jobs and now serves as president of the Student Government Association.

Marshall works as a peer mentor for the Student Advocacy Center at SPC and at Smokey's BBQ Grill, all while pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts.

The pace of college life required Marshall to develop new habits.

"Staying busy helps me from procrastinating. It helps me keep momentum. I am continually progressing,” Marshall said. “I had to learn how to study. I had to learn how to keep a calendar," he said. I also take notes all the time. I love writing stuff down."

Marshall's journey to SPC began during a summer visit to San Antonio. A friend of his father's gave him a tour of the college's Tourism, Hospitality, and Culinary Arts Building.

"When I saw how hands-on the learning experience was for the students, I knew I wanted to go to college here," Marshall said.

Outside the classroom, Marshall has immersed himself in campus life. In addition to serving as Student Government Association president, he is a member and officer of Collegiate 100, an officer in the National Society of Leadership and Success, a recipient of the Student Engagement Grant, the college’s Homecoming Prince, and a member of both the Blue Blazer Society and Spirit and Pride Crew.

Marshall credits the community he has built at SPC for helping him succeed.

"Most of my friends are student leaders, and they encouraged me to take the next step," he said. "I want to help build a community on campus and help our students understand what's worth staying for. I also want to help students understand that the resources they need to succeed in their education are here at SPC."

He wants students to know they have an advocate in him.

"I want them to know I'm here to help with whatever I can," Marshall said. "Whether it's helping someone navigate our website or walking a student to a resource or service."

Marshall plans to graduate in Spring 2027 and transfer to a Texas university to pursue a bachelor's degree in finance or business management.