Trevion Turman Senior West Point NCDC 4-2025 2

Meet Trevion Turman: 
From Influence to Impact

Before joining JAG, Trevion Turman had presence and influence on his peers, but he lacked the guidance to direct it positively. Reflecting on his younger years, he remembers being a student who often found trouble instead of opportunity. “I used to get in trouble a lot in elementary school,” Trevion shared. “My sister would always tells me, you know you have influence on the classroom why not do something good with it?” Trevion knew he had potential, but without structure or mentorship, his ambition remained untapped.
“Before JAG, I didn't think going to college was possible."
JAG students participate in Mock Sessions in the House

During JAG: Exposure, Confidence, and Growth

That changed at West Point High School when Trevion joined Jobs for Arizona's Graduates. The program provided intentional exposure that connected his talent to a tangible future. Touring campuses such as Howard University and meeting professionals who reflected his own background helped him see himself in environments he once considered out of reach. Through one on one guidance from his JAG Specialist and consistent leadership development, he learned how to channel his influence into preparation, focus, and execution.
“It’s kind of like I was a flower, and I didn’t bloom yet, until I got in JAG.”

Stepping Into Statewide Leadership

During his junior year, Trevion was selected as a University of Phoenix LEADS State Officer, stepping into leadership at a statewide level. Through this role, he attended the 2023 National Student Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C., where he strengthened his leadership skills, engaged in professional development, and connected with student leaders from across the country. 

As a LEADS, he also helped lead state events, spoke on stages in front of peers and partners, and met face to face with legislators to share his JAG story. These experiences sharpened his public speaking abilities and expanded his confidence, reinforcing that his voice carried weight not just in his classroom, but across Arizona and nationally.

State Champion to National Winner

After months of planning and preparing with the support from his JAG Specialist,  Ryan Klem, Trevion proved himself at the JAG Arizona Career Development Conference. Competing in the Business Plan category, he earned 1st Place at the state level, securing his spot to represent Arizona at the National Career Development Conference.

At the National Career Development Conference in April 2025, Trevion and his teammate, Omari Thompson, delivered their business presentation before a panel of judges and earned 1st Place in the nation!

College Campus Life: Building Toward Freedom

Trevion graduated from West Point High School in May 2025 and is now a freshman at ASU studying Business Management with a minor in Architecture. His journey continues through the JAG Follow Up Phase, where he receives ongoing mentorship and support from his JAG Specialist as he transitions into college life. Looking ahead, Trevion defines his ultimate goal as freedom, the ability to design his own future with intention and confidence.
"In 10 years, I hope to see myself successful, enjoying life, having fun. I would like to say the word... freedom.”
WATCH TREVION'S INTERVIEW WITH NICK CILETTI ON ABC15!

Featured on ABC15

Nearly a year before becoming a national champion, Trevion shared his story with Nick Ciletti on ABC15 News, highlighting how Jobs for Arizona's Graduates helped reshape his future. In the segment, Trevion spoke candidly about once lacking focus and believing college was out of reach.
Trevion Competes and Wins at the 2025 National Career Development Conference
Watch how Arizona JAG students showed up at the 2025 National Career Development Conference (NCDC) in Indianapolis. Fifty-four students from across the state competed in career development, leadership, and employability events and won big. See the moment Trevion wins first place!
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