Taja Graham '92 chose Vincennes University to pursue a degree in Broadcasting, inspired by trailblazing female journalists. Today, Taja is blazing her own trail of influence and impact.

With over 20 years of success in media and now as a thriving business owner and President of TMG Solutions Advisors, her leadership is inspiring generations. Recognized as a 2021 Woman of Influence by the Indianapolis Business Journal, Taja has become an influential mentor and advocate for women professionals. She recently stepped into a leadership role as Licensing Chapter President of Queen City Women in Business Indiana, where she is championing female entrepreneurship across the state.

In this Alumni Spotlight Q&A, Taja discusses how she developed her leadership skills at VU and laid the foundation for transferring to Butler University after earning a Broadcasting degree from VU.

Q: What made VU stand out to you when choosing a college?

“The Broadcast Department is one of the best in Indiana, with many of its graduates getting career offers immediately following completion. I actually did get an offer in Rockford, Illinois, but decided to continue my pursuit of successfully completing my 4-year degree.”

Q: Why did you choose to study Broadcasting?

“I knew at a young age that I wanted to be in that field under the influence of Jane Pauley.”

Q: What were some of your key experiences or highlights as a VU student?

“My leadership development is what I remember the most.”

Q: Who and what had the most significant impact on your VU experience?

“Kimberly Ewing and the Multicultural Department had a major impact on me.”

Q: How did VU prepare you for your career?

“The hands-on experience was vital to my success. Knowing that I was working with the most updated equipment that most commercial stations had yet to be exposed helped to set me apart.”

Q: What advice would you give current and prospective VU students or those considering enrolling?

“Take advantage of every exposure that VU will lend to you.”

Q: Looking back, what are you most grateful for from your time at VU?

“How much it really shaped the person I am yet today. My time at VU were my most informative years.”

Q: Why is VU special to you?

“Although I hold a 4-year degree from Butler University, I recognize that I wouldn’t have been ready for it and the success since if not for my time at VU.”

Q: Please describe your positive experiences with VU clubs and organizations.

“My interaction with my peers in formulating student government and policy gave me the political junkie bug that I still have to this day, having been involved in various campaigns, serving in appointed roles, and currently working with advocate organizations as clients.” 

More about Taja's community engagement: She has served on the Indiana Broadcasters Association and with Mentoring Women in Radio. Her dedication to community development is further evident through her involvement with the Indianapolis Urban League. She has also served on the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Board of Commissioners and the Fishers, Indiana Board of Zoning Commissioners.

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