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Officials with the Department of Natural Resources have confirmed that Joycelyn Wilson, a respected mathematics professor at Spelman College, was found deceased on Sunday morning following the discovery of an empty boat circling Lake Oconee. Lake Oconee stretches from Eatonton to Madison in Georgia. Wilson’s body was located using sonar equipment around 10 a.m. on […]
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Chelsea Mendes, a dedicated 19-year-old political science major at Spelman College, is taking her passion for social justice and advocacy to new heights with the upcoming “Playing by the Rules” symposium on April 22, 2025. The event aims to educate students and creatives in the Atlanta University Center about the complexities of intellectual property rights
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With record investments supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the future of HBCUs looks brighter than ever as their endowments grow to support education and community. Historically Black Colleges and Universities have experienced an unprecedented year of funding, bolstered by significant investment from the Biden-Harris administration. Thanks to enhanced endowments and state support, these institutions
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In a heartwarming reunion, current and former Spelman College Glee Club members gathered on Saturday for the Annual Christmas Carol Alumnae Brunch, just hours before the institution’s 98th Annual Christmas Concert. This year’s event held special significance as it marked the centennial anniversary of the Glee Club, alongside a celebration of the Class of 2025.
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Spelman College has received a significant boost in its mission to empower women of color in leadership roles within the international strategic affairs and intelligence community. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence awarded the college a $2.5 million grant to establish the Spelman Strategic and Security Studies Center. This five-year grant is part
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On Sunday, October 20, Spelman College made waves in aquatics as its Wellness Center hosted an exhibition event to celebrate the inaugural Jaguars Swim Club. This marks the first all-women’s swimming club at a historically Black college or university. Spelman’s aquatics director and head coach, Adrienne Wesley, spearheads the newly established team. The exhibition showcased
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Courtesy of Spelman College Spelman College’s Division of Student Affairs hosted a National Association of Student Affairs (NASPA) Ujima Institute Leadership event, which took place in collaboration with Clark Atlanta University. This transformative experience brought together passionate leaders from across the U.S. and Canada to strengthen our commitment to student affairs professionals by expanding the community and
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Courtesy of Spelman College Glamour Magazine recently selected Ava Flanigan, C’2027, as one of its 2024 College Women of the Year: STEM Edition. Flanigan was recognized for breaking barriers, setting new standards and making a positive impact in her community. For over 60 years, Glamour has celebrated exceptional undergraduate students through its College Women of the Year
Spelman College announced Friday that President Dr. Helene D. Gayle is taking an immediate personal leave of absence from the nation’s leading historically Black college for women. No specific reasons were provided for her departure. Dr. Gayle took office as Spelman College’s 11th president in July 2022. She made history as the first medical doctor
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With less than 40 days until the pivotal election day, the Harris-Walz campaign is ramping up its efforts to connect with voters. It is launching an ambitious HBCU Homecoming Tour across essential battleground states. This tour underscores the campaign’s dedication to engaging directly with Black communities during the highly significant homecoming season at Historically Black
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