Director of ‘The Chosen’ speaks at Berry College

“The world is going to bring you with pleas for a plan, set a goal – be yourself. You do you, just do it.” Jenkins said at the lecture and limited pre-screening of episode 1, season 6 of the series. “Whether you’re a believer or not. You can only focus on what you’ve been called to do. Only focus on the two fish and five loaves.”

Student Kailey Knoop appreciated the meaningful opportunity.

“As a filmmaking student who aspires to share faith-focused, life-changing messages such as those of The Chosen, this was a moment that will always be remembered,” Knoop said.

For the past 25 years, Jenkins has been directing and producing films. His first film was “Hometown Legend”, a film distributed by Warner Brothers in 2000. Jenkins has been recognized as one of Hollywood Reporter’s “50 Most Powerful TV Producers” and Variety500’s “most influential leader in media and entertainment.”

Jenkins’ event was made possible through the Gloria Shatto Lecture Series, which honors the memory of Berry and Georgia’s first female college president. Shatto, who served from 1980-1998, believed strongly that there is more to a college education than what can be learned in the classroom. The Shatto Lecture Series honors her vision by bringing Berry speakers of international renown.