Kendrick Backmon

Kendrick Backmon is a highly accomplished academic and professional with a diverse background in political science, criminal justice, and government affairs.

He pursued his education at prestigious institutions like Harvard University, Cornell University Graduate School, and the University of South Carolina-Columbia, where he excelled academically with impressive GPAs.

Kendrick has been actively involved in various organizations, serving in positions such as Graduate Student at Harvard University, Faculty Senate Student Representative at Cornell University, and U.S. Senate Intern in Washington, D.C. among others.

His contributions include being the Founder and President of ACLU of the University of South Carolina, as well as engaging in activism and legislative initiatives at both the state and federal levels.

Kendrick's commitment to community service and leadership is evident through his roles in the Obama Foundation's Community Leadership Corps and as a Student Activist in the Legislative Action Network at the South Carolina Senate.

His experience also extends to governmental offices, where he interned at the United States Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives, demonstrating a well-rounded skill set in public policy and governance.