Jasmine Young

Jasmine Young is the Director of the Warner Music/Blavatnik Center for Music & Entertainment Business at Howard University School of Business. Known as the "Hip-hop professor," she brings nearly 30 years of industry experience to her academic role, having previously worked at Def Jam Records and other major entertainment companies.

Young is a Howard University alumna who earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the university before returning as faculty. She also holds an MBA from Felician University with a focus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Her research and professional interests focus on the intersection of music business, entertainment industry practices, marketing strategy, and hip-hop culture. Young has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between academic theory and industry practice, particularly in creating pathways for Black and brown students to enter the music business.

• Music Business Education
• Entertainment Industry Management
• Hip-Hop Entrepreneurship
• Marketing Strategy for Artists
• Artist Development
• Career Pathways for Underrepresented Groups

Young has received notable recognition including a Congressional Citation Award from Congresswoman Yvette Harris for her community work and was featured in Def Jam's Women's Month campaign celebrating those who contributed extensively to the organization's success.

As director of the Warner Music/Blavatnik Center, Young mentors numerous students and has created opportunities for Howard students to gain hands-on experience in the music industry. The center, established in 2022 with a $4.9 million donation, offers fellowships, specialized curriculum, and industry connections to prepare students for careers in music business.

Young is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and maintains active connections with industry leaders, bringing valuable networking opportunities to her students.