Omarosa Manigault Newman Earns Dual JD/MBA from Southern University Law Center
Southern University Law Center (SULC) proudly celebrates the graduation of Omarosa Manigault Newman, a household name in television and politics who has now added “legal powerhouse” to her impressive résumé. Manigault Newman has earned both her Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees, graduating with distinction from the institution’s rigorous dual-degree program.
Known globally for her appearances on reality TV and her influential role as a political strategist and former White House aide, Manigault Newman is charting a bold new course—one deeply rooted in advocacy, justice, and transformative leadership.
During her time at SULC, Manigault Newman held prominent positions including President of the Rotaract chapter and Senior Editor of the Journal of International Law, Business & Policy. Her excellence in legal writing and oral advocacy earned her induction into the prestigious Order of Barristers, marking her as one of the top legal minds in her class.
“Graduating from Southern University Law School has been an enriching experience,” said Manigault Newman. “I am proud to have balanced my academic pursuits with my work in the entertainment industry, and I look forward to using my legal education to lead with purpose and to advocate for justice in every field I touch.”
Even while navigating the intense demands of her dual-degree coursework, Manigault Newman remained active in the public eye—most recently starring in the Hulu reality competition Got to Get Out, where she once again demonstrated her resilience, strategic thinking, and poise under pressure.
Her journey represents a unique fusion of celebrity, service, and scholarship. With her legal credentials in hand and a lifetime of media and political experience behind her, Manigault Newman is poised to make a lasting impact at the intersection of law, business, and policy.
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