Literature

Little Lady with a Big Voice

Every year, Willenham C. Castilla, former director of choral activities at JSU, would scout for talent among Jim Hill’s senior choir students. It was an event that did not typically include freshman participation until Hawkins told Castilla, "you've got to hear this little girl."

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Once Castilla listened to the petite powerhouse, he asked Watkins to consider JSU as her college of choice. “And I did,” she says.