At Wilberforce University, tradition is more than history—it is a living legacy carried forward by each new generation. That legacy continues as students step forward to run for positions on the esteemed Royal Court, a tradition that has spanned nearly 100 years of Wilberforce excellence.

For decades, Wilberforce has crowned queens—and now kings—who embody the absolute best of the institution: leadership, scholarship, service, and character. The Royal Court is not simply a title; it reflects the university’s values and a symbol of the pride that defines the Force.

Each candidate represents a commitment to serve their peers and uplift the campus community. Through their platforms, they advocate for unity, engagement, and continued growth, ensuring that Wilberforce’s legacy remains strong and relevant for future generations.

The evolution of the Royal Court to include kings alongside queens reflects both tradition and progress—honoring the past while embracing the future. These student leaders carry forward a lineage of excellence, standing on the shoulders of those who have represented Wilberforce with dignity and distinction for nearly a century.

As the campaign season unfolds, the campus community is invited to engage, support, and celebrate these candidates. Their journeys represent more than a campaign—they are a continuation of a proud and powerful tradition.

At Wilberforce, royalty is not just crowned—it is cultivated. And with each new class of leaders, the legacy lives on.

Royal Court candidates and their classifications below:

Miss Sophomore
Autumn Yancey – first-year student

Miss Junior
Zionne McAdory – Sophomore
Alecia King – Sophomore
Rhyann Reed – Sophomore

Mister Junior
Albert Bradford – Sophomore

Miss Senior
Anaja Bonner – Junior
Jamika Coleman – Junior

Mister Senior
Jordan Broomfield-Wallace – Junior

Miss Wilberforce University
Latianna Walker – Junior
Maya Williams – Junior

Mister Wilberforce University
Dillon Sims – Junior
Jaylen Davis – Junior

For more information contact Director of Student Engagement, Ric Sexton at rsexton@wilberforce.edu.