Nic Lott facts for kids

Nic Lott, born on May 8, 1979, in Taylorsville, Mississippi, is an important public official. He made history at the University of Mississippi in Oxford. He was the first African-American student to be elected student body president there. This was a big step forward at a school that once supported segregation.

Working in Government and Politics

Nic Lott has worked in several important government roles. He gained experience working for leaders in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives.

Early Career and White House Internship

In 2001, Nic Lott had an internship at The White House. This was during the time U.S. president George W. Bush was in office. This experience helped him learn a lot about how the government works.

Roles in Mississippi State Government

During the 2003 election for governor in Mississippi, Lott helped with youth outreach. He worked for Haley Barbour, who won the election. After Barbour became governor, Lott joined his team. He became a senior advisor for communications and public safety issues. He also worked for the Office of Justice Programs.

Lott has also been a leader for young Republicans in Mississippi. He was the state chairman for both the Mississippi Young Republicans and the Mississippi College Republicans.

Current Public Service

Nic Lott continues to serve the state of Mississippi. He works in Governor Phil Bryant's administration. His role is director of special compliance operations for renewal recovery. In 2019, he also ran as a Republican candidate for Public Service Commissioner.

Community Involvement and Recognition

Nic Lott is very active in his community. He has received many awards for his leadership and contributions.

Leadership and Advisory Roles

Lott is part of the advisory committee for the United States Commission on Civil Rights. He also serves on the board of the Congress of Racial Equality. He is involved with many other organizations. These include the Mississippi Community Education Center and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mississippi. He also works with the United Way of America and the University of Mississippi Central Alumni Board.

Awards and Honors

Nic Lott has been recognized in several publications. He is included in Who's Who in Black Mississippi. The Mississippi Business Journal named him one of the "Top 40 Under 40." VIP Magazine called him one of the "Top 10 Fascinating People." The Business Chronicle also featured him as a "Young Gun" among top business and community leaders.

He was also named one of eight "Pink Tie Guys" by the Mississippi chapter of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. These "Pink Tie Guys" help raise awareness and money for breast cancer research.

Media Appearances

Nic Lott often appears as a political commentator. He has been a guest on news channels like CNN and Fox News. He also contributes to radio shows and has appeared in a documentary. The documentary, Mississippi Remixed, looks at race relations in the Deep South.

Family Life

Nic Lott has a son, who is also named Nicholas.