Vergie Jackson
Assistant Director - Student Wellness
HPER 127
(501) 470-7587
Vergie Jackson comes from Canton, Mississippi, and now calls Little Rock, Arkansas, home. A former football player at Canton High School, he earned All-District honors as an offensive guard while excelling academically as an Honor Roll student. In 2019, he enrolled at Mississippi State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and a Master’s in Food Science, Nutrition, and Health Promotion with an emphasis in Health Promotion.
During his time at MSU, Vergie was actively involved in student organizations, including Chi Alpha, MSU Alumni Delegates, and Men of Excellence. As a graduate student, he served as a Graduate Assistant for the Office of Student Well-Being, primarily supporting Bulldogs in Recovery and Alcohol and Other Drugs programming. Beyond academics and leadership, some of his fondest memories include ringing his cowbell on game days and sharing life with his closest friends.
A man of faith, Vergie is passionate about reading, writing, working out, and watching football. He also enjoys diving into his favorite shows, like Invincible, Attack on Titan, and Everybody Hates Chris. As a young professional, he is driven by a mission to transform student wellness at the University of Central Arkansas. His goals include fostering meaningful connections with student organizations and staff, hosting impactful events, and equipping students with the tools they need to thrive.
In February 2025, Vergie accepted the role of Assistant Director of Student Wellness at UCA, where he is committed to enhancing student well-being through collaboration, innovation, and service. Beyond his career, he aspires to become a New York Times bestselling author and build a life filled with joy, hope, and purpose—one that extends to others through his work and faith.