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Born | Dayton, Ohio, U.S. | December 5, 2002
Education | University of Memphis (B.A.) |
Occupation(s) | Student, Mental Health Advocate, Student Leader |
Years active | 2015–present |
D'Angelo Anthony Anderson (born December 5, 2002) is an American student leader, actor, and mental health advocate. He is best known for his role as Agent Osiris in the children's television series Odd Squad. Anderson is currently pursuing a master's degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Memphis, where he is recognized for his academic excellence and extensive leadership involvement.
Early Life and Education
[edit]D'Angelo Anderson was born in Dayton, Ohio, and moved to Memphis, Tennessee, in December 2008. He attended Vollentine Elementary School from kindergarten through second grade, and completed his elementary and middle school education through Tennessee Virtual Academy. He graduated from Tennessee Online Public School for high school.
Anderson completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Memphis, majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. He is currently a master's student in the Criminal Justice program at the same university, maintaining a 3.92 GPA.
Career
[edit]Television
[edit]Anderson is known for portraying Agent Osiris on the PBS Kids show Odd Squad. His role contributed to the series' educational focus on problem-solving and teamwork.
Academic and Leadership Involvement
[edit]While at the University of Memphis, Anderson has been a prominent student leader. He has held roles including:
Social Media Officer for Active Minds
Membership Coordinator for Best Buddies
First-Year Senator for the Student Government Association (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee)
Senator for the SGA Environmental Committee
Advertising Chair for the Hispanic Student Association
Graduate Assistant in the Academic Advising Center
Member of the Green Fee Committee
Tiger Elite Ambassador
Tiger Leadership Facilitator
Tiger for St. Jude Ambassador and Morale Captain
Member of Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
First Scholars participant
Recognition and Awards
[edit]Anderson has received numerous accolades for his leadership and academic accomplishments, including:
University of Memphis Dean's List
University of Memphis Distinguished Service Award (2023–2024)
First Scholars Service Leadership of the Year Award (2022–2023)
Omicron Delta Kappa Member of the Year (2025–2026)
Student Government Association Senator of the Week
University of Memphis Student Leader of the Year (2023–2024)
Tiger Elite of the Month (March 2023)
Personal Life
[edit]Anderson is a Christian and identifies as asexual. He is an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness, particularly related to anxiety, bipolar disorder, and depression. Outside of academics and leadership, he is an avid fan of professional wrestling and enjoys writing fictional stories.
External Links
[edit]\==References==
- ^ "Photos: Memphis Career Closet donation drive for first-gen students". The Commercial Appeal. March 27, 2024. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ "D'Angelo Anderson – Achievement Studio Talent Profile". Achievement Studio. 17 April 2024. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ "University of Memphis: D'Angelo Anderson Graduation Recognition". LinkedIn. University of Memphis. Retrieved May 17, 2025.