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Miami Dade College (MDC) Professor Billy Oliver, a two-time Endowed Teaching Chair and distinguished faculty member in the School of Entertainment & Design Technology (SEDT), has been selected as one of 18 educators nationwide to receive the prestigious Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship from the Television Academy Foundation.
The honor recognizes outstanding media educators who are making a lasting impact on the next generation of storytellers and television professionals.
“Professor Oliver embodies Miami Dade College’s spirit of innovation and excellence,” said Fermín Vázquez, president of MDC North Campus. “His selection as an Alex Trebek Legacy Fellow not only celebrates his extraordinary dedication to student success but also shines a national spotlight on the caliber of our talented faculty and innovative programs.”
A veteran educator and TV Production faculty leader, Professor Oliver has dedicated more than 26 years to inspiring students to create powerful, community-driven media content that reflects diverse voices and perspectives. His contributions have helped position MDC as a hub for student-centered, industry-informed storytelling.
“Billy Oliver’s impact on media education at MDC has been transformative,” said Dr. Barry Gordon, chair of SEDT. “This fellowship is a fitting recognition of his leadership, creativity, and commitment to ensuring our students have access to industry-standard experiences that prepare them for thriving careers in television and digital production.”
Named in honor of the late Alex Trebek, beloved Jeopardy! host, the fellowship provided full travel and admission to the 2025 Media Educators Conference in North Hollywood, CA. The conference connects faculty from across the country with leading Hollywood executives, creatives, and innovators through cutting-edge panels and workshops exploring the future of television and media.
The Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship supports faculty from minority-serving institutions and community colleges, helping bridge the gap between academia and the entertainment industry. Professor Oliver joined an elite cohort of fellows from across the nation who engage in high-level discussions and bring new strategies and technologies back to their classrooms.
For more information about the School of Entertainment & Design Technology visit www.mdc.edu/sedt.
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