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Tejay Johnson

School
Texas Christian University
Position
Safety
Major
Habilitation of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Classroom

Tejay Johnson is on schedule to graduate in four years this spring with a degree in habilitation of the deaf and hard of hearing.

Character

Johnson is of the highest character and what’s right about intercollegiate athletics. He represents Texas Christian University in a first-class manner. Among a myriad of campus involvement, Johnson is a member of TCU’s gospel choir and the secretary and historian for the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

Community

Johnson mentors middle-school students, volunteers at a homeless shelter and participates in Big Brothers/Big Sisters events. In recognition of his community involvement, Johnson has been nominated for the American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team.

Competition

Johnson has been named to a pair of preseason All-America teams in addition to being on 2010 watch lists for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Lott Trophy and Jim Thorpe Award. Johnson was an All-Mountain West Conference selection in 2009 as he tied for the team lead on TCU’s nation-leading defense with three interceptions. He ranked fourth on the Horned Frogs with 59 tackles.