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Jim Prokell is a 1972 graduate of Edinboro University and was featured in the alumni magazine. In the feature article, Jim talks about his time at Edinboro, his artwork, and his basketball legacy.

In addition to graduating with an Art Education degree from Edinboro University, Jim played basketball as a Fighting Scotsman. With his Art degree and his college basketball experience, Jim was the only choice to design Angus, the historically accurate rendition of Rob Roy that proudly sits on campus.

When asked about his journey, Jim responded by saying “Life never goes as you plan it. If we all get a road map, the adventure might be a lot different, but never as interesting.”

You can read the entire article here.

Jim Prokell was featured in the Post Gazette. The article highlights Jim’s background and his love for basketball and art.

Back in 1968, a love of art and basketball drew Jim Prokell, a first-generation college student and Edinboro Class of 1972, to the campus whose proximity to Lake Erie brings deep snows.

The 6’ 2” forward raised in Green Tree excelled on the court, and ultimately was drafted by the National Basketball Association’s Buffalo Braves. More importantly, a bachelor’s degree in art education enabled him to teach and pursue his passion.

Mr. Prokell, now 71, of Brentwood, took classes by day, hit the hardwood each afternoon, and spent some nights working in campus art studios.

Read the full article about Jim in the Post Gazette.