Alcorn State University graduate Duvalier Malone shared on Friday that he will help to raise funds for the black college, accepting his Recognition of 50 Under 50 Alcornites.

“What a surprise? Thanks for the nomination! Look forward to applying and helping to raise funds for Alcorn State University,” Malone wrote on Twitter. He also shared a statement from ASU, stating that the black college has nominated Malone as a great ASU graduate. You can check out the photo below:

Malone is a public speaker, political consultant, community activist and thought leader and his work places him squarely on the front lines regarding the issues of equal rights and opportunities for all, according to his website.

Malone added hashtags like #hbcu, #hbcugrad, #hbcucheer, #alcornstateuniversity, #blackmagic #blackexecellence, and #motivationalspeaker: