Born and raised in Atlanta, Ga, Marcus Gilliam is a guy filled with big dreams and ambitions.Marcus is the newest board member of the AASA Executive Board. He is also member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, which means he is also no stranger to campus and community involvement.  He lives by the quote by " becoming great is easy.. but to become excellent takes patience, time, and craft.. work hard for what you believe in and excellence will be your virtue"