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Bob Graham Center for Public Service College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Faculty Member

Joseph Smith IV

Treasurer

Hometown: Grand Ridge, Florida

Major: Political Science (Minor – Agriculture and Natural Resource Law)

Other Activities: Family Support & Education Chair for GNV4All Chapter; Basketball; Video Games (NBA 2K); Learning more about history; Music lover

About Joe: Coming from humble beginnings, Joseph Smith IV (AKA: Joe, El Cautro, Not Your Average Joe) grew up in a small town (Pop. – 800) within the Florida Panhandle! Joe was always determined to do his best in everything he did, and to do it with a positive attitude and a healthy mindset. This has carried over onto the Litigators. His high school didn’t have a mock trial team, so he had to start from the ground up … but let’s say he is certainly NOT your average Joe! Because, like his basketball idol, Lebron James, once said: “I don’t put a lot of pressure on myself. I feel if I play my game, it will take care of itself.” Joseph plans to keep this mindset throughout his tenure on the team.

Favorite Mock Memory: Getting a bid with Phantom in my first year on the LitiGators in Atlanta!

Awards:

  • Growlin’ Gator Charity Tournament (April 2026) – Attorney
  • Atlanta Regionals (February 2026) – Attorney