Four Broad students selected for 2025 MSU Homecoming Court

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Representing Michigan State University on the Homecoming Court is considered one of the highest honors for MSU seniors. Each year, 10-12 students are selected to the Homecoming Court based on their qualities of leadership, spirit, integrity and achievement through their contributions and involvement at MSU. This year, four Broad College of Business students were selected for the Homecoming Court.

Delaney Jones

Delaney Jones, Marketing Senior

Delaney Jones is a dual-degree Marketing and Communication student whose leadership, curiosity and commitment to growth reflect the spirit of MSU’s dynamic and inclusive campus community.

Hometown: Jackson, MI
Colleges: Eli Broad College of Business; College of Communication Arts and Sciences; Honors College
Majors: Marketing; Communication, Leadership, and Strategy
Minor: Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Meet Delaney Jones — a bold, driven and community-oriented senior from Jackson, Michigan. Earning dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Marketing and Communication, Leadership and Strategy, Delaney’s academic journey has been defined by exploration, self-discovery and a steadfast commitment to personal growth. She is honored to represent Michigan State University on the 2025 Homecoming Court.

Throughout her time at MSU, Delaney has been an active presence across campus, contributing her voice and leadership to student government, the Honors College Service Club, MSU Marketing Association, pro bono consulting, intramural volleyball and more. These varied experiences have shaped her into a well-rounded leader with a deep appreciation for what MSU offers when you step beyond your comfort zone. Her favorite place on campus — the stairwell in the Minskoff Pavilion — represents the upward momentum of her Spartan journey and the many connections she’s built along the way.

Delaney sees each chapter of her MSU experience as uniquely transformative. From childhood game days in green and white to discovering a vibrant student community devoted to progress and purpose, she has carried the Spartan spirit through every role she’s held. After graduation, Delaney plans to pursue a Master’s in Marketing or Marketing Research, followed by a career in consulting with a long-term goal of becoming a professor — hopefully back at MSU, the institution that shaped her.

As a Homecoming Court representative, Delaney hopes to empower students to define success on their own terms and embrace change without fear.

Jogi Katende

Jogi Katende, Finance Senior

Jogi Katende is a Finance and Economics student whose leadership, global perspective and dedication to uplifting international voices reflect MSU’s commitment to innovation, inclusion and community impact.

Hometown: Kampala/Luwero, Uganda
Colleges: Eli Broad College of Business; Honors College; College of Social Science
Majors: Finance; Economics
Minors: Quantitative Data Analysis; Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Meet Jogi Katende — a driven and globally minded senior from Kampala/Luwero, Uganda. A student in the Eli Broad College of Business, the Honors College and the College of Social Science, Jogi is double majoring in Finance and Economics, with minors in Quantitative Data Analytics and Entrepreneurship and Innovation. With a passion for innovation, education and international collaboration, Jogi is proud to represent Michigan State University on the 2025 Homecoming Court.

Jogi’s MSU journey has been marked by excellence in both academics and leadership. As President of the MSU Taekwondo Club, he spends many hours in the IM West Fitness Center Martial Arts Room — his favorite spot on campus — where he trains, teaches and learns alongside fellow Spartans. His dedication to community and growth reflects his commitment to helping others succeed while embracing the values of perseverance and mutual respect.

MSU’s diverse and dynamic environment has deeply influenced Jogi’s personal and professional aspirations. As an international student, he is committed to uplifting the voices and stories of those who travel from around the world to pursue their education at MSU. Inspired by the trailblazing international Spartans who came before him, Jogi sees his role on the Homecoming Court as an opportunity to highlight the resilience, brilliance and contributions of international students across campus.

Following graduation, Jogi plans to attend graduate school and eventually return to East Africa to pursue impactful work in business and economics. With a long-term goal of advancing entrepreneurial ventures and sustainable development, Jogi hopes to be a catalyst for global change — beginning with the communities that shaped him.

Jai Kozar-Lewis

Jai Kozar-Lewis, Supply Chain Management Senior

Jai Kozar-Lewis is a Supply Chain Management student whose dedication to inclusive leadership, sustainability and community impact reflects his lifelong connection to MSU and the values of the Spartan community.

Hometown: East Lansing, MI
Colleges: Eli Broad College of Business; Honors College; College of Natural Science; College of Social Science
Major: Supply Chain Management
Minors: Environmental and Sustainability Studies; Leadership of Organizations

Meet Jai Kozar-Lewis — a dynamic, community-minded senior from East Lansing, Michigan, with a passion for business, sustainability and inclusive leadership. A Supply Chain Management major in the Eli Broad College of Business, Jai is also a proud member of the Honors College, the College of Natural Science and the College of Social Science. His studies are complemented by minors in Environmental and Sustainability Studies and Leadership of Organizations. Deeply rooted in the Spartan community, Jai is honored to represent Michigan State University as a member of the 2025 Homecoming Court.

Having grown up in East Lansing, Jai’s connection to MSU began long before his first class. From attending Spartan events as a child to volunteering at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Dinner and Spartan Days of Service, his dedication to this campus has only grown stronger. Now, as a student, he continues to give back by uplifting others and cultivating inclusive spaces for all Spartans.

Jai finds joy and belonging through campus communities such as the Office of Multicultural Enrichment and Advocacy (OMEA) and the Spectrum Consulting Group. These organizations have helped shape his identity and provided the tools for success in his personal and professional journey. Whether through student leadership or academic excellence, Jai is committed to creating lasting impact through the values of equity, access and innovation.

After graduation, Jai aspires to pursue a career in consulting where he can help businesses implement equitable and sustainable solutions while opening doors for those who come after him — especially students from underrepresented backgrounds.

You can often find Jai in the Minskoff Pavilion, his favorite campus spot, where he’s built lifelong friendships and engaged with countless resources that have supported his journey. As a Homecoming Court representative, he aims to inspire others to trust their own path.

Taylor Toth

Taylor Toth, Business Minor Senior

Taylor Toth is a Political Theory and Social Relations student whose passion for law, service and student advocacy reflects her lifelong Spartan pride and commitment to community leadership.

Hometown: Milford, MI
Colleges: Eli Broad College of Business; Honors College; James Madison College; College of Social Science
Majors: Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy; Social Relations and Policy
Minors: Business; History; European Studies

Meet Taylor Toth — a spirited and engaged senior from Milford, Michigan, whose Spartan pride runs deep. A double major in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy and Social Relations and Policy, Taylor is a member of the Honors College, James Madison College, the College of Social Science and the Broad College of Business. With a passion for leadership, service and law, she is honored to represent Michigan State University as part of the 2025 Homecoming Court.

For Taylor, MSU is more than a university — it’s a second home, shaped by family tradition and personal growth. As the daughter of Spartan alums, she grew up attending MSU games, shows and events, falling in love with the campus long before receiving her acceptance letter. Her favorite spaces, like the JMC Student Senate Office and the Beal Botanical Gardens, are places where she’s built lasting friendships, honed her leadership and found balance through joy and reflection.

Taylor’s experience at MSU has been defined by her active commitment to community. As Internal President of Empowering Women in Law, President of the James Madison College Student Senate and a frequent volunteer through the Center for Community Engaged Learning, she has worked to ensure that student voices are heard, supported and represented. After graduation, Taylor plans to attend law school and continue using her voice to champion equity, justice and access — wherever her legal journey leads.

As a Homecoming Court representative, Taylor hopes to inspire others to get involved in ways that are meaningful to them — no matter how big or small.

This content originally appeared on the MSU Alumni website.