Jordan Brown has faced more trials than your average high school student, but he was able to overcome difficulties and find success.
The University of Tennessee student moved into Fred Brown Residence Hall this weekend. For Brown, it is the first time he has had a permanent place to sleep in months.
“This past year since about January, I’ve been homeless. That was pretty rough,” said brown.
Dorm room 325 at the University of Tennessee is now his home.
“It seems very unreal. It feels like a dream, like it’s all too easy and too smooth,” he said.
High school was anything but easy and smooth. Brown’s family fell on hard times more than once. After the family was evicted, the teenager lived with friends, even spending a few nights sleeping in Maryville parks. (continue reading at WKRN)