Cool Cat: John Thomas
Name: Johnathan Dickerson
Major: Communication Studies minor in philosophy
Favorite Childhood Memory:
Christmas 2006 because he got absolutely everything he wished for AND it was a White Christmas AND his Grandmother came to visit from California
Tell us more about your hobbies:
John is a Musician/Artist, enjoys wrestling and keeping up with his fashion sense, i.e keeping up with his SHOE GAME
Where can you find John: At his house, he’s always home. However, he does spend a lot of time on campus- at the gym or at work, the wildcat shop!
Personal Goals:
To be the best I can possibly be. For the next year is to get 10,000 monthly listeners on Spotify!
Career Goals:
“To be a musician. I like being able to tell my story, at the same time share a form of art that helps others not make mistakes I have made in the past. I want to make music that can get people through tough situations. I hope to inspire others to be better.”
John’s Graduation Thesis will be in ways that music influences others.
3 Fun Facts:
John is mixed: Black, Filipino and Native American Cherokee
Aside from being a rapper he play drums, piano and guitar
He wrestled for a long time. Also a captain his junior/senior year in high school. Then became a captain his Sophomore/Junior and part of senior year at central.
Quote you live by:
I do not care what is probable, through blood sweat and tears I am unstoppable.
- Anthony Robles
Mr. Robles is a wrestler who influenced him growing up. Robles won a national title with one leg! John tattooed this quote on his chest. 🙌
Tell us about your Heirloom piece:
John’s Heirloom piece was a gift from his mother before he went off to college. This chain was worn by John’s mother and she got this gold chain around the time she was in school as well.
The eagle on the chain represents John’s Grandfather who worked for the United States Postal Service. Having this eagle on his chain is John’s homage to his grandfather, who was a great role model figure for John, growing up.
Having this chain around his neck brings John a feeling of comfort knowing two of the people he most cares about are represented by this piece of jewelry.
