Ms. Clarke is a professor of English Composition and Freshman Orientation; Service-Learning, Volunteer, and Community Service Coordinator; and Chair of The Alabama A&M Civic Engagement Team. She has graciously served at Alabama A&M University (AAMU) for thirteen years. Ms. Clarke has served more than thirty years in education, her career in teaching has ranged from Elementary school, Middle School, High school, Community College to University Levels. Ms. Clarke holds a Masters of Education Degree from The University of Southern Mississippi, a Masters of Arts in English Degree from Alabama A&M University, a Certificate of Spanish Education from Cemanahuac Spanish School in Cuernavaca, Morelos Mexico; and a Bachelors of Arts degree in English Education from the University of Southern Mississippi.