Founders Spirit Award honors Quarles family descendant Muriel Ruth Ketchum Yarbrough, C’49.

THE ALUMNAE MAGAZINE OF SPELMAN COLLEGE VOLUME 122 NUMBER 2 SPRING 2012 A Choice to Change the World

SPELMAN Messenger

All submissions should be sent to: EDITOR Spelman Messenger Jo Moore Stewart Office of Alumnae Affairs 350 Spelman Lane, S.W., Box 304 COPY EDITOR Atlanta, GA 30314 Janet M. Barstow OR [email protected] GRAPHIC DESIGN Garon Hart Submission Deadlines: Fall Issue: January 1 – May 31 EDITORIAL COMMITTEE Spring Issue: June 1 – December 31 Eloise A. Alexis, C’86 ALUMNAE NOTES Joyce Davis Alumnae Notes is dedicated to the following: Tomika DePriest, C’89 • Education (advanced degree) Kassandra Kimbriel Jolley • Personal (birth of a child or marriage) Sharon E. Owens, C’76 • Professional Please include the date of the event in your WRITERS submission. Lorraine Robertson TAKE NOTE! Angela Brown Terrell Take Note! is dedicated to the following alumnae achievements: PHOTOGRAPHERS • Published Ingrid Scurry Lassiter • Appearing in films, television or on stage Furery Reid • Special awards, recognition, and appointments Please include the date of the event in your Jo Moore Stewart (iJO) submission. Julie Yarbrough, C’91 BOOK NOTES Book Notes is dedicated to alumnae authors. Please submit review copies.

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CREDO The Spelman Messenger, founded in 1885, is dedicated to participating in the ongoing education of our readers through enlightening articles designed to promote lifelong learning. The Spelman Messenger is the alumnae magazine of Spelman College and is committed to educating, serving and empowering Black women. Contents MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/123:59PMPage1 Messenger N A M L E P S 10 30 16 24 4 2 B Power Players E R U T A E F In Memoriam Alumnae Notes Books & Papers Founders Day Voices Founders Day 2012 production, “By Way of The Spelman Walk” (Right) Anita Salley, C’2014 portrays Frankie Quarles in daughters, Sheri Yarbrough, C’83, and Deirdra Yarbrough, C’77. Reverend Frank Quarles, pastor of Friendship Baptist, and her Yarbrough, C’49, fourth generation descendant of The (Center) Founders Spirit Award recipient Muriel Ruth Ketchum (Left) Frankie Quarles Johnson Young, HS’02 Founders Day 2012 R E V O By Way C of the Spelman Walk E H T N O SPRING 2012 SPRING 122, 2 VOLUME NUMBER Y L ORRAINE R OBERTSON MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/12 3:59 PM Page 2

PHOTO: JO MOORE STEWART (1979) By Way of the Spelman Walk

or 131 years, Spelman College has educated and inspired women to recognize their purpose and realize their potential. This year’s Founders Day theme, By Way of the Spelman Walk, is inspired by a centennial Founders Day speech given in April of 1981 by American jour- nalist Charlayne Hunter-Gault who, in 1961, became one of two African American stu- dentsF to integrate the University of Georgia. She spoke of how she was encouraged, challenged and inspired by Ruby Doris Robinson Smith, a 1965 graduate of Spelman College, a formidable force in the student sit-ins during the 1960’s Civil Rights movement and a field activist and administra- tor with SNCC, the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. Concerning Ruby Doris’ influ- ence on her, Hunter-Gault said:

The notion of Spelman as a donor of knowledge is vitally important. But to me the greater notion is the broader role of Spelman as a donor of strength, sustenance and wisdom that sustains more women than can be quantified with statistics, public opinion surveys or even the size of the endowment.

…One of the things that sustained me on one of the direst hours of my life was my abil- ity to imagine and try to imitate a Spelman walk. And I was only a passerby here. If that small, random gift could sustain a young frightened Black girl in what now seems like another life ago, it is vital that every single opportunity and challenge that lies ahead must encompass that and every other legacy, including and most especially the legacy of

Voices Ruby Doris that has made Spelman what she is to me and to you and hopefully to the sisters of the 21st century. May their journey be by way of a Spelman walk.

Our presence here this morning means that we are connected in some way to the Spelman expe- rience. We have come as distinct individuals, each on a different walk, on paths which have con- verged at Spelman – a place created for intellectual discourse, communal engagement, personal development and purposeful discovery. Spelman – a place where we support, encourage and chal- lenge ourselves to become our best selves; a place where we celebrate the diversity of paths from which we come and envision and embrace the many “walks” that will take us beyond the gates of Spelman. Generations of Spelman students and alumnae, faculty and staff have upheld the Spelman legacy of academic excellence, leadership and service. May all that we see and hear today remind us to imagine and emulate our journey by way of the Spelman walk.

President Beverly Daniel Tatum Founders Day 2012

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FOUNDERS DAY 2012 BY WAY OF THE SPELMAN WALK “The real voyage of iPad Photo Exhibit by iJO – Jo Moore Stewart discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.”

— MARCEL PROUST Fountain of Knowledge (2012)

Alumnae Arch (2012) Reynolds in Blue (2012)

Red Sky / Blue Bricks (2012) Blue Path to Sisters Chapel (2012) March of the Seniors (2012)

SPELMAN GATES (2012)

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Book Reviews ANGELA BROWN TERRELL

LIVING WELL… DESPITE CATCHIN’ HELL: The Black Woman’s Guide to Health, Sex & Happiness by Melody T. McCloud, M.D. Foreword by Pauletta Washington. (New Life Publishing)

While the nation is battling the issue of how to provide health- care without busting its budget to get basic health checkups, or neglecting some portions of how to have a healthy sex life the population, one group of transmitted diseases, including and how to protect yourself people that has been woefully HIV/AIDS, which is a serious from disease and abuse. There neglected is Black women. issue nationwide, as well as sev- is useful advice on how to talk The Black woman needs to eral forms of cancer, especially to your daughters about good deal not only with insurance breast cancer. health and chapters on skin costs and availability, but with TheGriot.com recently re- care, hair and makeup. overcoming poverty, cultural ported for example, “Atlanta is Taking a holistic approach biases, racism, neglect and lack in the midst of a crisis because to wellness, Dr. McCloud of knowledge. In addition, his- the rate in which African writes, “To find happiness in a torically, she bears the burden American women in the city world of frequent, near-daily of fear, misinformation and are being infected with HIV is rejection, it is important to low self-esteem. now being compared to some have inner strength, self-assur- Dr. Melody T. McCloud, third-world countries. Studies ance, emotional balance, and an Atlanta-based obstetrician/ have shown that Black women reliable friends and family. This gynecologist, media consultant, now make up 60 percent of book will give you useful tips to author and founder and direc- newly reported HIV cases. The achieve inner peace, to keep tor of the Atlanta Women’s CDC has reported that one of your brain active and alert, and Health Care, believes that Black every 30 Black women will be to avoid toxic people.” women need to be specially diagnosed with HIV in their In the foreword, Pauletta catered to, and she likes to offer lifetime.” Washington, musician and wife them a good down-home kind For these reasons, Dr. of actor Denzel Washington, of health information session. McCloud’s comprehensive writes, “This book breaks down She does just that in this book. health guide is right on time. It our mind, body and spirit in Along with medical care, Dr. is time for all Black women to simple understandable terms to McCloud helps women build stop being caretakers for every- ensure a total healthy person.” their self-respect by incorporat- one else and take care of them- Dr. McCloud is a graduate ing the spiritual aspects of heal- selves, she writes. of Boston University School of ing, which goes a long way in The book covers all the basic Medicine and Emory Univer- learning to care for themselves. health care needs with open- sity Hospitals. She has served as Statistics show Black women ness, facts and figures, and a media consultant on CNN, face high incidences of obesity, offers solutions, advice and ABC and NBC and is the hypertension, diabetes, physical resources for everything from author of six books, including

Books&Papers and sexual abuse, sexually how to identify illnesses, how this one.

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DESTINATION D HEALTH FIRST! together to start conversations by Lori Beard-Daily, C’84. The Black Woman’s about topics previously (Boutique of Quality Books) Wellness Guide thought unspeakable: emo- by Eleanor Hinton Hoytt, tional and sexual abuse, Playwright-author Lori Beard- C’64, and Hilary Beard. domestic violence and abor- Daily wrote this book first as a (SmileyBooks) tion . . . . We . . . had never play. But at the urging of had an opportunity to talk friends, she decided to pro- In its opening pages, this vol- among ourselves about our duce her first novel. Destina- ume is dedicated “To the fear- health, our issues and con- tion D is the tale of three less and faithful Black cerns. We lived in isolation, friends who make a pact women who started the not talking about the strug- while at Spelman College to National Black Women’s gles we faced. become lawyers and work Health Project in 1983. You The book addresses issues together in the future. taught us that the health and related to four crucial stages But life gets in the way, wellness of Black Women – of a woman’s life: adolescence, and not everyone reaches MATTERS.” young adulthood, midlife that goal. The first friend, In the foreword, Byllye Y. adulthood and mature adult- Dee, is an airline attendant Avery, founder of the Black hood. Each stage carries dif- who wishes she weren’t. Women’s Health Imperative, ferent needs, issues, outlooks, When she is with her ther- writes: illnesses and approaches to apist, she calls herself a “Magic.” That’s how I’ve solving problems. liar, but that doesn’t stop come to describe that First In the discussions concern- her from traveling from National Conference on Black ing bodily health, there is also city to city, pretending to Women’s Health at Spelman be something she is not. College that launched the Can she untangle her National Black Women’s self-made web of deception? Health Project in June Amanda became pregnant guilt affects their present suc- 1983. When we put the and had to drop her plans to cess is what makes this story word “Black” in front of go to law school as she faced fly. Ms. Beard-Daily weaves a “Women’s Health” in the single motherhood. She works lot of intrigue into telling how call to come together, instead as an office adminis- each woman deals with her something amazing hap- trator and is proud of Tracey, past. Will the women ever pened. Over two thou- the daughter she’s raised sin- rekindle their friendship? Can sand Black women came glehandedly. But in trying to they ever come to terms with protect her daughter from how their lives have turned repeating her mistakes, is out? Amanda running away from Anyone looking for a sum- her own happiness? mertime page turner will Pam graduated at the top delight in this book, and if of her class at Columbia Uni- reader comments are any indi- versity Law School and has cation, the author should be moved up rapidly in her working on her second novel. career. She is known for her Lori Beard-Daily, whose intimidating ways of getting three plays have met with crit- to the top and works longer ical acclaim, also has been a and harder than her col- successful entrepreneur in leagues. But is success worth public relations, and has been the price of loneliness? nominated for a Georgia Feeling guilty at not living Author of the Year Award. up to their vows, the friends The book is available on become distant. How this Amazon.com.

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information on how to incor- for the health needs of women Hunter-Gault began her porate spiritual and emotional of color for many years and school years in the segregated health. The dynamics of eco- was part of the groundbreak- South, attending schools in nomics – job selection, unem- ing conference at Spelman in which, “We often got textbooks ployment, welfare and education 1983. from the white schools after – are all discussed in detail Hilary Beard is an award they had been used over and appropriate for each age group. winning journalist specializing over – many were missing Health First! offers one of the in health, healthy lifestyle and pages.” No cafeteria: the stu- most comprehensive resource personal development. She’s dents bought lunch from a guides to finding medical help, the author of Friends: A Love stand where they could buy health organizations, and coun- Story, and Venus and Serena: “bags of fried pork skins” to go seling and support groups. Also, Serving from the Hip. She con- along with “pig ear sandwiches.” there is information on medical tributes articles to Ebony, When the family traveled, check-ups: what to look for and Essence, and Heart & Soul mag- she writes, “My mother always questions to ask during health azines, to name a few. made sure we had plenty of care visits, vaccination informa- The authors acknowledge brown paper bags in case one of tion and much more. the many other professionals us had to go to the bathroom.” What I found most interest- and experts who contributed to Although she was nurtured in a ing about this particular guide is this volume. “Most of all, this protective, middle-class atmos- its use of personal testimony. book is a reflection of the phere, the stories of the daily Black women talk about their women who shared their per- indignities suffered, coupled encounters with diseases – dia- sonal stories so that we all could with the brutalization, torture betes, heart attacks, and depres- benefit. Thank you for your and lynching of Black people, sion – so that the reader can voices – both identified and permeated the air. Many adults, relate on a personal level to anonymous – and for making including teachers, were afraid coping with diagnoses, treat- such a special contribution to to assert their rights for fear of ments and, most of all, healing. our work,” they write. losing their livelihoods or One of the most important Health First! should be a sta- worse, their lives. questions a woman should ask ple on every Black woman’s The horrors of the 1955 herself is: How am I taking bookshelf to be referred to torture and murder of Emmet care of myself? What am I again and again. Till for allegedly whistling at a doing for myself that is good white woman and the bomb- for me, makes me feel good, ings of homes of some Black and allows me time for myself? TO THE Atlantans, she writes, was off- The portion of this book devoted MOUNTAINTOP: set by the positive teachings of to self-care should be read sev- My Journey Through the Black history and accomplish- eral times by all of us. It’s the Civil Rights Movement ments offered by Black teach- one area that we look to least, by Charlayne Hunter-Gault. ers in segregated schools. Such and one of the greatest things (Roaring Brook Press) reinforcement of self-worth we can do for ourselves and was what gave strength and for everyone around us. As Charlayne Hunter-Gault, award- resolve to the young people they tell you on airplanes, put winning journalist and global who would soon take on the the oxygen mask on yourself correspondent, has published battle for their civil rights. first before you attempt to help this book, which chronicles Against the backdrop of the someone else! her experiences and activities student sit-ins, Freedom Rid- The authors have many years of coming of age during the ers, marches and violent school of experience devoted to the Civil Rights era, through the desegregations, in 1961, Char- health needs of Black women. inauguration of the nation’s layne Hunter and Hamilton Spelman alumna Eleanor first Black president, Barack Holmes made history when Hinton Hoytt serves as the Hussein Obama. It offers a they became the first Black stu- president and CEO of the Black unique, personal look at the dents to enroll in the Univer- Women’s Health Imperative. hard facts of history and how it sity of Georgia, thus breaking She’s been an active advocate affects our lives. a centuries old whites-only

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RUTH AND THE GREEN BOOK by Calvin Alexander Ramsey (with Gwen Strauss). Illustrations by Floyd Cooper. (Carolrhoda Books, a division of Lerner Publishing Group) Not so long ago in this land of ours, it was a difficult task for Black American travelers to find comfortable accommoda- tions without facing the painful specter of discrimina- tion. People traveling to visit their families in the South, especially, were turned away from buying gas or finding a place to eat or sleep because of Jim Crow laws. Most people had to rely on word-of-mouth infor- mation shared by friends and relatives to find rest stops that would wel- come Black people. More often than not, they had to pack large baskets of food and sleep in their cars to barrier. Giving a personal per- States and on the international avoid the insulting spective of the time, Hunter- front. Her early development acts of prejudice. Gault writes: “The year 1961 among people she calls “race was one of the busiest and conscious” honed her ability to bloodiest years of the young understand the effects of poli- Civil Rights movement. It was tics, poverty and prejudice on a year that tested the nonvio- people of all nationalities and lent commitment of young to be able to write about it in a activists, even as doors long personal way. She grew up with shut were forced open and and has been friends with the young people like myself civil rights leaders and workers walked through them. It was many of us have only read the year Barack Hussein Obama about – and those who never was born.” made the news. After graduation with a This is more than a history journalism degree from UGA, book; it will be a priceless Hunter-Gault began what was addition to students and schol- to become an illustrious career: ars who want an up-front and The New Yorker magazine, The personal look at the Civil New York Times, The MacNeil/ Rights movement up to the Lehrer NewsHour, National inauguration of the nation’s Public Radio and CNN. She’s first Black president through covered both political and the eyes of a skilled writer who urban issues in the United lived through it.

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Then in 1936, Victor back,” making her daddy so Cooper (Brown Honey in Green, a New Yorker, mad, he slammed the car door, Broomwheat Tea and I Have published a guide for and the parents took turns dri- Heard of a Land), this book Black people to find ving through the night. has won wide acclaim (an welcoming places to Making the most of the sit- American Library Association stop and sleep and eat uation, the family sings as they Notable Children’s Book) and while traveling. The drive, stopping for cold meals has been produced by the Pup- Negro Motorist Green from the picnic basket they petry Arts Theatre in Atlanta. Book listed gas sta- had packed. Reaching Ten- In Washington, D.C., the play, tions, eating places, nessee, the family stops to visit The Green Book appeared in hotels, motels and and rest at the home of a friend one performance at the his- guest houses, beauty who warns them that the ride toric Lincoln Theater, featur- salons and barbers, ahead will get more danger- ing former NAACP Chairman as well as entertain- ous. Then he offers them a ray Julian Bond. ment spots that of hope: Look out for Esso ser- In an NPR interview, Bond were open to serv- vice stations along the road, said he remembered as a child ing Black people. Using word- because the people there would that his parents used the Green of-mouth recommendations be nice to us, Ruth says. But Book during their travels. He and Green’s considerable con- first, Ruth needs her father to mentioned that the book was tacts through the Postal Union explain what “Jim Crow” needed beyond the South. workers he knew around the means. Spotting an Esso gas “You know … segregation nation, the guide, published station, the family stops, and reached everywhere in the yearly, expanded to include asks the attendant where they United States, and even though areas across the USA, Bermuda, might be able to spend the the laws didn’t require it, was Mexico and Canada. night along their way. practiced almost everywhere,” This Green Book, not to be The man “showed us a pam- Bond told NPR host Neal confused with the Washing- phlet called The Negro Motorist Conan. ton, D.C. social register’s Green Book. He explained this It should be noted that in Green Book – a tome of upper book was started by a postman, 1971, a California-based sports crust snobbery – set the stage Mr. Victor H. Green, to help writer and journalist, Bob for Atlanta-based playwright- Black people who were travel- Hayes, wrote The Black Amer- author Calvin Alexander Ram- ing. … Right away, Daddy ican Travel Guide (Straight sey’s play, The Green Book, bought our very own copy for Arrow Books), which high- which inspired this children’s 75 cents,” Ruth says. lighted some of the best places story about a young girl, Ruth, From that point on, the to visit as a new generation of and her family as they start out family wends its way in their Black travelers, recently freed from their home in Chicago new 1952 Buick sedan, safely from Jim Crow restrictions on what should be a joyful and happily through the (but not always Jim Crow atti- journey to visit her father’s Southern states, bypassing the tudes), sought places across the boyhood home in Alabama. demeaning aspects of Jim country that would satisfy What they encounter in 1952, Crow discrimination, making their need to explore historic however, turns out to be any- new friends along the way, and and cultural places with special thing but fun. finally, enjoying their trip to meaning to them. Stopping at a gas station, Grandma’s, all thanks to the NOTE: The Negro Motorist Ruth and her mother are guidance of the first travel Green Book can be viewed refused access to the restrooms; guide for Black Americans. online at: www.ruthandthe- they are for whites only. “Mama Ruth and the Green Book greenbook.com. Its last publi- and I had to go into the documents an important slice cation was in 1964. woods,” Ruth says. Then, later of African American life in the that evening when they stopped Civil Rights era for young peo- ANGELA BROWN TERRELL is a at a hotel, the man at the desk ple. Beautifully illustrated by writer and editor based in “shook his head and turned his award-winning artist Floyd Columbia, Md.

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Book Notes L ORRAINE R OBERTSON

Opal Murray, C’ 87, published the book, I Am Precious: Nourishing Nuggets for the Heart / Genuine Gems for the Soul in 2010. The book lovingly reminds us of what is pure, gracious and admirable about our being. It offers power-filled statements to inspire and expand awareness. The soul-touch- ing words are nurturing and encourage the return to authenticity. It’s a quick, yet nourishing and meaningful read.

Tikenya Foster-Singletary, C’97, recently published the book, Pearl Cleage and Free Womanhood: Essays on Her Prose Work, co-edited with Aisha Francis and with forewords by Pearl Cleage, C’71 and Tayari Jones, C’91. The collection of essays examines award-winning writer Pearl Cleage’s work, including her novels, short stories and plays. It is the first book-length consideration of a writer and activist whose bold perspectives on social justice, race and gender have been influential for several decades. While academically critical, the essays mirror Cleage’s own philosophical commitment to theoretical transparency.

Vida L. Avery, C’84, co-authored the book, Race, Gender and Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations, published by Palgrave Macmillan in November 2011. The book centers on the lives and experiences of female and African American leaders of foundations and nonprofits. The authors examine the effects of race, gender, family backgrounds and childhood experiences on the psycho-social development of these individuals, as well as exploring the impact of education on their lives and future leadership.

Pier Angeli Bradshaw, C’86, released her memoir, Raindrops, in March 2012, via her publishing company, DPB Products, LLC. The book depicts a strong mother-daughter relationship, telling the story of their bond after hearing the devastating news of the mother’s breast cancer diagnosis. From the trials and challenges they encounter, both look to God for answers and strength. Personal thoughts and life lessons are blended with Biblical scriptures and spiritual lessons. The book often leaves read- ers pondering: what’s most important in life? Do you strive mostly for worldly goals or spiritual goals? Do you make time for God?

Patrice Shelton Lassiter, C’85, published the book, On the Shoulders of Ancestors: The Journey for Freedom, Justice & Equality in 2011. The author explains that in order to understand the historical sig- nificance of the election of President Barack Obama, America’s first African American President, the evolutionary growth and development of our nation’s struggle for freedom, justice and equality must be at the forefront of any discussion. The book encompasses that history and acknowledges that the election of President Obama marks a new era in American democracy. We owe our progress as a nation to those ancestors who would not accept, that freedom, justice and equality were for some Americans and not for others. This book honors those ancestors for their contributions as bridge builders in the struggle to make America live up to the creed espoused in its Declaration of Independence, those indelible words that read, “all men (women) are created equal.”

In September 2011, Angela Farris Watkins, C’86, released her latest children’s book, My Uncle Mar- tin’s Words for America: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Niece Tells How He Made a Difference. In this inspira- tional story about Martin Luther King Jr. – told from the perspective of his niece – readers learn how King used his message of love and peace to effectively fight for African Americans’ civil rights. Focus- ing on important words and phrases from his speeches, such as justice, freedom and equality, Watkins uses King’s language to expose young readers to important events during the Civil Rights era. The sim- ple yet striking text, along with a timeline and glossary, makes this book an accessible tool for helping a young audience learn about the importance of Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of nonviolence and his contributions to American history.

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Messenger FEATURE POWEPlayersR

Five Spelman Women Changing the Game in the Male-Dominated Sports Industry

BY LORRAINE ROBERTSON

omen have been fighting for equal rights in sports stemming back to their exclusion from the first modern day Olympics in 1896. W While today, many female athletes are celebrated and continue to make strides on the playing field, it’s at the executive round-table where women often face hurdles and need to fill more seats. Sexism is still preva- lent even in 2012, as shown earlier this year when the male-only Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, home of The Masters, refused to extend its traditional membership invitation to corporate sponsor IBM’s new female CEO, Virginia Rometty.

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At a traditional Thursday morning convocation dur- to address students’ opportunities on campus and with ing Spelman’s 2011 Homecoming, students filed into the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Women’s Sisters Chapel to discuss nontraditional career oppor- National Basketball Association Atlanta Dream team tunities in the sports industry. “Innovation and The owner and Spelman trustee Mary Brock brought one New Economy: Where Do Black Women Fit? Sports of her star players, Lindsey Harding, who spoke about Management: The New Frontier? A Conversation her rise in a male-dominated sport and the pride she with Mary Brock, Kimberly Haynes, C’96, and Ellen feels as a role model for young girls who now have pro- Hill Zerinque, C’89” was hosted by Spelman trustee fessional women to look up to – instead of idolizing Lovette Twyman Russell, C’83, and facilitated by Pres- only the men. ident Beverly Daniel Tatum. The event gave students a Engaging in discussions like the homecoming con- candid glimpse into the lives of three sports industry vocation and encouraging students to embrace the chal- executives, the challenges they face as women in the lenges facing women in the sports industry will help to industry and the paths they took to the top. further the fight to break down barriers for female exec- “We don’t normally think of the sports arena as a utives. The College has been producing groundbreak- place where Spelman women might naturally find ing leaders since its inception, so it’s no coincidence that themselves, so I’m excited to have this conversation,” several of the ladies trailblazing in this field are Spelman said Dr. Tatum, who also invited Germaine McAuley, women. Here are five alumnae who are changing the director of physical education and athletics at Spelman, face of the game in the sports industry.

(Below) President Beverly Daniel Tatum leads a panel on women in sports management with Ellen Hill Zerinque, C’89, Kimberly Haynes, C’96, and Mary Brock. PHOTOS: FURERY REID 6 7 ’ C

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Raymone K. Bain, C’76 Tennis star, Serena Williams

RAYMONE K. BAIN, C’76 earned her an “There were tremendous challenges for women in sports appointment and there still are,” says entertainment and sports indus - to the executive Serena Williams (left) with try veteran Raymone Bain, who has represented celebri - committee of the World Raymone K. Bain, C’76 ties as a media strategist, manager and international Boxing Council where she branding specialist for more than 25 years. “When was one of only two women on the committee. women go into management or a role when they have Ms. Bain’s love of sports is deep-rooted and stems control or power there’s a resistance and a resentment from her concerns about the prevalent inequities faced toward that.” Despite the odds, Ms. Bain has built a stel - by athletes of color during the time that she grew up. lar career overcoming that resistance, Clear on her aspirations to represent athletes, Ms. Bain “When women go into shattering stereotypes, redefining roles, shared her goal when asked during her tenure as tackling challenges head-on and an intern for President Jimmy Carter’s presidential management or a swiftly becoming one of the most campaign. “They appointed me the celebrity coordi - sought-after and respected media nator, and as a result I had to reach out to the agents role when they have strategists in the business. and high-profile celebrities to seek their endorsement of control or power “My specialty is damage control Jimmy Carter.” In doing that, Ms. Bain says she made and crisis management,” said Ms. invaluable contacts. “When I moved to Washington, there’s a resistance Bain. She has worked with some of D.C., I worked at the White House during the day, and the most recognizable names in enter - in the evenings I attended Georgetown Law School. and a resentment tainment, sports and politics includ - When I graduated, I went back to some of the people ing Grammy recording artist Kenneth I met during the campaign and they helped me get into toward that.” “Babyface” Edmonds, tennis cham - the sports arena.” pion Serena Williams, boxing great Willing to lend a helping hand herself, Ms. Bain is —RAYMONE K. BAIN, C’76 Mike Tyson and, most notably, the passionate about encouraging women to pursue careers late “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson. in sports to help break the glass ceiling that she’s been She was general manager and spokesperson, as well as instrumental in cracking. president and chief operating officer of The Michael Jackson Company, LLC. for several years. JACQUELYN “JAKKI” NANCE, C’88 “I started out in the business representing profes - “I was the one who didn’t even own tennis shoes at Spel - sional fighters,” said Ms. Bain, who was one of the first man,” explained Jacquelyn “Jakki” Nance, amused by women in the United States to own a sports manage - the irony. She’s built a thriving career working with ment firm, The Bain Group. What made her ground - some of the world’s best athletes, including The breaking firm unique is that she represented marquis National Basketball Association’s 2011–2012 Most boxers in the primarily male-dominated sport. She had Valuable Player, LeBron James, WNBA player and 22 fighters, many world champions, including Mar - Olympic gold medalist Swin Cash and ice skating leg - velous Marvin Hagler, Thomas “The Hitman” Herns end Scott Hamilton. She’s the president of Philan - and Hector “Macho” Camacho. Her power and influence thropic Solutions, Ltd, a consulting firm to nonprofits,

12 SPELMAN MESSENGER MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/12 4:00 PM Page 13 PHOTOS COURTESY OF JACQUELYN NANCE, C’88 Jacquelyn “Jakki” Nance, C’88 (right) with WNBA star Swin Cash Nance, C’88 (right) at a playground build with Lebron and Adam Fox, COO of the WNBA Chicago Sky. James during the 2008 All-Star week in New Orleans.

athletes and sports organizations in program develop- serves on the boards of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ment, charitable estate planning, board development, & Museum, Laurel School and the Ohio Judicial Com- foundation management and event planning. mission & Foundation. She is also serving as co-chair Ms. Nance unexpectedly backed into sports while of the 2012 Cleveland Classic, featuring Morehouse using the law degree she earned from Case Western College and Winston-Salem State University on Sep- Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio, tember 15, 2012, at Cleveland Browns Stadium. This to do charitable estate planned giving. After receiving is the second year of this HBCU event and Ms. Nance a call from the president of the Cleveland Browns, a is the only female co-chair. National Football League team, she took on the role of She’s worked in various leagues, and says she sees far running the team’s foundation and was instrumental in fewer women in football, but she remains positive. saving the fall football program for the Cleveland pub- “I don’t look at anything as a challenge. I assume that lic schools. “I was raised to give back to the commu- everyone is going to take you at face value until they nity,” said Ms. Nance, who’s passionate about keeping don’t. As long as you come in and you’re prepared, I kids motivated in school and believes that sports is a think people will be open to what you say and what you natural way to do that. do. You have to be organized and ready to go. The key Recruited to restructure The LeBron James Foun- is to respect that it’s business and approach it as business.” dation, Ms. Nance continued her philanthropic work in the community by leading James’ foundation for sev- ELLEN HILL ZERINGUE, C’89 eral years. “It’s important for our Spelman sisters to Every day Ellen Hill Zeringue faithfully reads the front know that wherever you are and whatever you’re doing page of the paper and the sports section, a habit drilled people are always watching you,” she explained. “Be home by her former Spelman professor and author mindful that you are always trying to represent your- Pearl Cleage, C’71. “I believe that women should know self and your organization to the best of your ability. All what’s going on,” explained Ms. Zeringue. “You really of these incredible opportunities came to me, not have to understand the game, whether its baseball, bas- because I sought them out, but because someone saw ketball or football, because they’re expecting women not the work that I was doing somewhere else.” to know. You can bridge that gap at the conference room Currently, Ms. Nance spends her days and often table if you have a good understanding of the sport. It nights, functioning as the chief operating officer of can help people take you more seriously as a woman.” Swin Cash Enterprises. When Ms. Nance was consult- Ms. Zeringue has proven she’s serious after entering ing for the WNBA, she offered to help Swin Cash with her 13th season with the Detroit Tigers, at 112 years her philanthropic interests. Initially brought on board old, one of Major League Baseball’s original and historic to restructure Ms. Cash’s charity, Cash for Kids, Nance franchises. For the past four years she’s served as vice spearheaded several events for the program in Seattle president of marketing for the organization and is cur- and has since moved into her current leadership role. rently the first woman and African American to hold “Although I still have my company, my time is totally that position for the Tigers. In her role, she oversees all devoted to Swin and all of her endeavors,” said Ms. functions of the marketing and promotions depart- Nance, who also stays active in her own local community. ments, including print and broadcast advertising, in- She is chair emeritus of the Ohio Arts Council and game entertainment and promotional giveaways. She’s

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about race, it’s part of my responsibility to speak on behalf of African Americans. It’s part of the legacy I inherited from Spelman – making sure I’m speaking out on behalf of African Americans, African American women and people of color in an industry that some- times doesn’t want to hear what we have to say.”

MARGARET OTTLEY, C’92 “Sports has been my life,” said Dr. Margaret Ottley, one of the industry’s most sought-after sport and perfor- mance psychologists. An athlete herself, it’s no surprise she works with the world’s most elite athletes, including the United States track and field team; she’s currently prepar- ing them for the London 2012 Olympics. Dr. Ottley, a Trinidad native, played competitive field hockey in high school and as a national player rep- resenting Trinidad and Tobago at the U-17, U-21 and senior levels for more than 13 years. She graduated from Valsayn Teacher’s College in Trinidad and worked as an elementary school teacher. Dr. Ottley later left Trinidad – becoming a Spelmanite at the mature age of 26 – and studied PHOTO COURTESY OF ELLEN HILL ZERINGUE, C’89 Ellen Hill Zeringue, C’89 child development. It was her own questions that also responsible for the club’s branding strategy and led sparked her interest in the launch of the “Who’s Your Tiger” campaign, the sports psychology. “I official marketing slogan from 2005–2008 and in always felt that I never 2011. She was instrumental in bringing the MLB all- really played my best game PHOTO COURTESY OF MARGARET OTTLEY, C’92 star game to Detroit in 2005 and served as the official and that I had trouble with Margaret Ottley, C’92 team liaison for All-Star FanFest at Cobo Center in coaches – a communica- downtown Detroit. tion problem,” she explained. “I wanted to understand “Being responsible for the way that people con- the mental aspect of sports.” She earned her M.Ed sume our brand is a tremendous responsibility, and I from Spelman and a Ph.D. in sports psychology at think collectively my department has done a wonder- Temple University and completed her post-doctoral ful job of making sure that we present things to the studies at Purdue University. Tigers fans that are important to each particular demo- Still searching for answers, Dr. Ottley said, “I felt that graphic or segment of our fan base,” said Ms. Zeringue. the information wasn’t addressing me as a Black woman “I believe our most successful accomplishment since in sports.” She started playing Capoeira Angola, an I’ve been in this position is developing our Sunday Kids African Brazilian martial art with elements of music Day programming and our Kids Club, making sure and dance, and looking at African aesthetics and move- that young people are getting engaged in our brand. I’m ment. “Playing a sport at a certain level is a highly cog- really proud of that.” nitive process and I wanted to explore it from that Before parlaying her marketing skills into the sports prospective.” Dr. Ottley created a niche which she calls industry, Ms. Zeringue served as the director of mar- SSI – Sports Skills Improvisations – and has since gar- keting for the radio station WMXD and worked as a nered interest from around the globe. senior account executive at Vaughn Marketing Con- In 2004, she accompanied the Trinidad and Tobago sultants, Inc. in Detroit. elite teams to the Olympic Games in Greece. She worked Ms. Zeringue recognizes and embraces the impact with U.S.A. Track and Field teams at the Internation and influence she holds as an African American woman Association of Athletics Federation World Youth Cham- in her position and says it’s important for her to remem- pionship (Morocco Africa), the World Junior Champi- ber her voice. “When there are sensitive conversations onship (Beijing) and the Pan American Junior Games

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Change. Means. Action.

The Campaign for Spelman College SPRING 2012

New Scholarships Support Student Diversity

New scholarships from alumnae, corporate her husband’s upbringing in an entities and nonprofit organizations provide economically depressed inner-city financial support for first-generation environment, and by conversations they Action By the Goals Spelman students, as well as those from had with the South African mothers of G lobal engagement around the world. their daughters’ friends. These women A generous anonymous donor had attended college in the United States, provided the additional $30,000 that Broadening Spelman’s but had not even considered Spelman. 18 students needed to study this Global Footprint “Overseas you hear about the Oxfords, summer in China, the Dominican the Cambridges and Ivy League schools,” Republic, France, Ecuador and Lezli Harvell, C’2000, takes pride in her said Harvell. “And you may hear about Trinidad. role as an example for her Spelman sisters. Smith or Wellesley only through somebody “What speaks most to the impact of the going to the school and coming back and O pportunities for internships Spelman experience is if alumnae are sharing their experience. We were looking The first two students participating in giving back. I can’t expect others to give if I for a way to strengthen Spelman’s global Spelman’s new cooperative education don’t give,” said Harvell, who along with her presence by helping students from other program were hired by Fortune 500 husband, Christopher, established the Dr. countries attend Spelman.” firms. The couple was also clear that they wanted the scholarships to assist students A lumnae connections who are in financial need, so recipients Twenty-seven students and 35 alumnae cannot be U.S. citizens or have dual participated the Alumnae-Students citizenship from first-world countries. Connection excursion where students “We’re trying to create access for girls met with members of Congress on who would not otherwise be able to Capitol Hill in Washington, D. C. attend,” said Harvell. “We want them to become very successful Spelman L eadership development graduates when they go back to their Christopher and Lezli Harvell, C’2000 The first-generation students in the countries to help us create more of a Walmart Leadership Scholars Lezli Levene Harvell Endowed Scholarship global Spelman community.” program received leadership for International Students. “Because development coaching from first- Spelman has such an important place in my Annexstad Supports Leadership generation professionals. life, I wanted to give more on a more regular basis.” The Annexstad Family Foundation has S ervice learning Harvell started giving regularly in 2010. increased their support of Spelman by The UPS Community Service Last year, she and her husband decided to establishing their Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship supports 10 students endow the scholarship that provides National Scholarship, which will provide a who must complete 300 hours of assistance for international students to $25,000 scholarship to two Spelman tutoring elementary students in attend Spelman. Global experience is students who are the first in their families metropolitan Atlanta. important to the couple, who sent their to attend college and who demonstrate elementary-age children to boarding school leadership characteristics. in South Africa. The population they wanted The foundation’s initial support was the to help is similar to those they serve in their establishment of the Annexstad Family successful pediatric dental practice Foundation Scholarship in 2008, which For more information about DentalKidz, in which 80 percent of patients provides financial assistance to Spelman The Campaign for Spelman College, pay with government-subsidized insurance. students who have shown outstanding please visit www.changemeansaction.com The Harvells were inspired to broaden academic performance, leadership qualities or contact the Office of Development at (866) 512-1690. their reach by Lezli’s Jamaican heritage, and who have significant financial need. MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/12 4:00 PM Page 16

The award criteria also focus on students “The Coca-Cola Company strives to be a community stronger is to invest in its young who have benefited from a mentoring positive force in every community we serve,” people through education. Our grant of $1.2 experience through organizations like Big said Helen Smith Price, C’79, executive million creates access to a quality education Brothers Big Sisters. director of The Coca-Cola Foundation. “One for many deserving and aspiring students “The mission of our foundation is based of the most powerful ways to make a who want to make a difference.” on the simple tenet that higher education is critical to our nation’s future,” said Tom Annexstad, a trustee of the foundation. “As one of America’s premier liberal arts Blue Scholarship Helps Students Fulfill Their Dreams colleges, Spelman College has a rich Led by honorary degree recipient LaTanya Richardson Jackson, C’71, and history of building leaders who go on to Spelman trustee Jerri DeVard, C’79, the influential group known as the Blue make major contributions to our nation. Champions raised more than $2 million for the College at the Blue Gala in October We are very, very proud to have Spelman of 2010. The effort has provided important as part of our scholarship program.” scholarship assistance for students. The kind of student they had in mind is personified by Coca-Cola Builds on Its Ricarah Riddle, C’2012. Riddle, a psychology major with a 3.5 grade point average, had Commitment to Spelman known since she was in the eighth grade that The Coca-Cola Foundation has once again she wanted to attend Spelman. A few months demonstrated its commitment to Spelman’s from graduation, however, she was not sure mission by pledging to invest $1.2 million in how she was going to pay for her final college the College. This new gift will provide $1 expenses: Ricarah Riddle, C’2012 million to support the Coca-Cola First “This scholarship alleviated a tremendous amount of worry, as I only had 50 Generation Scholarship Program and days left in my matriculation at Spelman when I received it,” said Riddle. “During this time my mother lost her job and my father had recently retired, so the family income was drastically reduced. I truly value my education and my parent’s hard work to keep me here. The Blue Scholarship allowed me the opportunity to be able to graduate, leaving the College with a zero balance, financially. “I have chosen to begin my future with an internship at the Children’s Defense Fund [founded by Marian Wright Edelman, C’60] teaching literacy to youth from impoverished communities. I had studied baroque art history in Rome, Italy, this past summer, and my [career] goal is to develop a curriculum that combines psychology and the arts as a way to rehabilitate people in need of therapy. Arlene Cash, vice president, Enrollment The Blue Scholarship afforded me the opportunity to maintain my existence at Management, and Sean Fling, C’2011 Spelman and fulfill a dream. I look forward to the time when I can help others as this scholarship has helped me.” $200,000 to continue the intergenerational mentoring program they helped to create with The Center for Leadership and Civic BLUE SCHOLARSHIP DONORS Engagement. This important gift also aligns $200,000 & Above Prudential JCPenney with the College’s Project 2015, a program The Atlanta Falcons Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation Addie & Tom Jones LaTanya Richardson Jackson, C’71 Revlon that focuses on achieving a 100 percent $35,000 & Above Verizon Foundation graduation rate for Spelman’s class of 2015. $100,000 & Above Kathryn & Kenneth Chenault As long-term partners, The Coca-Cola JPMorgan Chase Foundation Credit Suisse $10,000 & Above Morgan Stanley ING Foundation Anonymous Company and The Coca-Cola Pauletta Washington Korn/Ferry International City National Bank Foundation have provided Spelman with Kraft Foods North America Dale Mason Cochran more than $2.3 million in support of $75,000 & Above NBC Universal Corporate Counsel Women of Color / The Coca-Cola Company PepsiCo Laurie Robinson important campus priorities. Their Walmart The David Geffen Foundaton generosity has resulted in scholarships for $50,000 & Above Janice Savin Williams & Draftfcb Aetna hundreds of students, annual sponsorship Christopher Williams Linda Dunn BET Networks / MTV Networks Toni & David Howard of the Women of Color Conference, and Darden Restaurants $20,000 & Above International Creative Management programmatic efforts such as The LEADS- Goldman Sachs Group Abercrombie & Fitch Carol Sutton Lewis & William M. Lewis Jr. Gurwitch Products, LLC Coca-Cola Intergenerational Leadership American Express Darrell J. Mays Hasbro Belk Katie McGrath & J.J. Abrams Mentoring Program. Additionally, Earvin “Magic” Johnson & Best Buy Co., Inc Nordstrom employees at The Coca-Cola Company Cookie Johnson Bloomberg Polo Ralph Lauren George Lucas often serve as volunteers, mentors and Comcast Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company Merck Consumer Health Malaak Compton-Rock & Chris Rock guest speakers on campus.

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Leads the Way

Alumnae Student Connections Strengthen Legacy of Giving

When Mahogany Hanks, C’2012, met Pamela Garrett ent. Knowing that it was a Elliott, C’71, it was as if they already knew each other. Spelman alumna who gave They’d been linked since the fall of 2011 when Hanks back, a light bulb just went was awarded the Ivey-Wilson Endowed Scholarship, off – like, our alum really do which is named for Elliott’s aunt, Clara Ivey Wilson, care about us,” she said. who left funding in her will for the award that supports As a representative of students interested in careers in medicine. But Hanks the Senior Class Legacy and Elliott didn’t meet until this spring when they Gift program, Hanks filmed a video highlighting the reasons they are com- encouraged her classmates mitted to supporting Spelman financially. Their shared to give $20.12 – represen- passion for the College was palpable on camera. tative of their class year – “I think that giving back to Spelman is a responsibil- to the College before they Pamela Garrett Elliott, C’71, and Mahogany ity,” said Elliott, who also established the Maudlyn become alumnae. Hanks, C’2012 Stokes Garrett scholarship for students in fine arts in “I think it’s wonderful honor of her mother, Maudlyn Stokes Garrett, C’38. that students are now giving back before they graduate “Spelman gave me four wonderful years, a wonderful because this gets everybody in the mindset and the college experience. It gave me the confidence, the skills practice of giving back to Spelman on a yearly basis,” to go forth into the world and make an impact. And it’s said Elliott. “It’s good to know that the scholarship only right that I give back to help sustain Spelman so funds are helping students stay at Spelman, helping other young women can have the same experience.” them with tuition, or with room and board and books. Hanks, a psychology major, is appreciative of the Spelman needs our support, as students and as alum- opportunity. “The Ivey-Wilson Scholarship has been a nae. It’s very important and dear to my heart to give blessing and I’ve always felt very honored to be a recipi- back as much as I can.”

Planned Gifts Provide Opportunities for Future Generations

Many Spelman alumnae want to invest in the College’s to think of it as putting my most meaningful gift to legacy for future generations. Gretchen Cook-Ander- Spelman on layaway.” son, C’90, created a planned gift of life insurance for Cook-Anderson’s life insurance policy is just one the College to establish an endowed scholarship. type of planned gift. Other ways of building a personal Her gift entitled her to be included in the Guardian legacy to enhance the College include: Society, which recently and held its first annual donor • Bequests in your estate including cash, securities, recognition event. The Guardian Society is a group of real estate and personal property dedicated alumnae and friends who support the mis- • Charitable gift annuities which provide guaranteed sion of Spelman through a charitable planned gift. lifetime payments that are backed by the assets of Extending their giving in perpetuity, the society honors the College. these members who — even after their lifetime — plan • Retirement plans such as 401K or 403B plans Gretchen Cook- to continue their generosity. “A planned gift offers me the biggest bang for the Anderson, C’90 “By arranging a planned gift, I have peace of mind buck in the long term,” she said. “I invite my fellow in knowing that a significant portion of my life insur- alumnae to join me in planning ahead for our alma ance has been set aside as a gift to Spelman,” said mater’s future.” Cook-Anderson. “As a mom raising young children and If you are interested in making a planned gift or maintaining other financial obligations, I give to the would like to learn more about the different types of school consistently, but am not positioned to do so in gifts, please contact Faye Ainsworth, 404-270-5059 the larger amounts I’d prefer. However, I know that or [email protected], or Michelle Harris, C’2002, this gift will provide my alma mater much more benefit 404-270-5037 or [email protected]. in years to come than I could ever give right now. I like

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Giving Opportunities – Scholarships Goal by Priority Spelman is producing leaders, from students who are creating award-winning iPhone Goal: $150 Million apps to those documenting human rights and social justice movements on film. Many Total Raised: $109 Million of these gifted young women are among the more than 50 percent who are Pell Grant eligible, meaning they typically have a family income of less than $40,000. Because Spelman for the most part can meet only 25 percent of all student financial needs, our young women often must take on debt to finance their education. Continuing credit restrictions keeping doors of opportunity shuttered are forcing many students to drop out or postpone their education. Spelman’s ability to continue to attract and retain the most talented young women is directly related to our ability to compete with other top liberal arts institutions in providing scholarships and financial assistance. Our capacity to meet students’ financial needs over the course of their undergraduate careers is of paramount importance. Giving opportunities include: Scholarships • Named endowed funds start at $50,000 $80 Million (53%) - Total Raised: $40 Million • Named current use/annual scholarships start at $5,000 (minimum three-year funding Faculty and Academic Programs commitment preferred) $40 Million (27%) - Total Raised: $37 Million • Gifts to the President’s Safety Net Fund, an opportunity to directly support sophomores, juniors and seniors in need, encouraged at $1,000 and above Campus Environment • General scholarship gifts encouraged at $1,000 and above (five-year commitment $10 Million (7%) - Total Raised: $10 Million preferred) Annual Fund For more information about The Campaign for Spelman College, please visit $20 Million (13%) - Total Raised: $22 Million www.changemeansaction.com or contact the Office of Development at (866) 512-1690. Data of April 30, 2011

The Campaign for Spelman College Donor List www.changemeansaction.com

Spelman College gratefully Pfizer Foundation/Pfizer, Inc. Georgia-Pacific Foundation/ Cambridge Academic Group Levi Watkins, Jr. Traci Hartfield McKie, C’89 acknowledges the following contributors Southern Education Foundation, Inc. Georgia-Pacific Corporation Charles A. Frueauff Foundation, Inc. Josie Latimer Williams, C’47 (dec.) Eloise McKinney-Johnson, C’45 for providing gift commitments of Jon Stryker Goldman, Sachs & Company Chick-Fil-A, Inc. Yum! Brands Foundation Susan A. McLaughlin $25,000 and above to The Campaign for The Kresge Foundation Google, Inc. Ruby Handspike Clay, C’54 Mary N. Wolff Trust Spelman College during the period July The Riversville Foundation Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Alice Gaston Combs, C’53, and $25,000—$49,999 Merchants National Properties, Inc. 1, 2004 through May 1, 2012. Eleanor Williams Traylor, C’55 Foundation, Inc. Julius V. Combs Annexstad Family Foundation Charles E. Merrill, Jr. Honeywell, Inc. Sanquinetta M. Dover, C’77 Anonymous Microsoft Corporation $20,000,000 and above $250,000—$499,999 IBM International Foundation/IBM Pauline E. Drake, C’58 Gena Hudgins Ashe, C’83 National Association for Equal Ronda E. Stryker and William D. AT&T Foundation/AT&T, Inc. Corporation Electronic Arts, Inc. Claire Lewis “Yum” Arnold Opportunity in Higher Education Johnston Ruth Etta Baines, C’57 Institute for Higher Education Policy Energy Systems Group Sandra Baccus (dec.) Northern New Jersey Chapter, NAASC Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Rose Harris Johnson, C’57, and Robert Estate of Maude Gaines Ernestein Walker Baylor, C’49 (dec.) Novo Nordisk, Inc. $5,000,000—$9,999,999 Robert Holland, Jr. and Barbara Holland Johnson Kaye Foster-Cheek J. Veronica Williams Biggins, C’68 PGA of America Theodore and Barbara Aronson John K. Hurley Terry L. and Marcella Jones Frances Wood Wilson Foundation, Inc. Juel Pate Borders-Benson, C’54 Panasonic Corporation of North America Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation LaTanya Richardson Jackson, C’71 Merck Partnership for Giving Fund for Southern Communities Carrie Buggs, C’56 Willie Mae Pearson-Butler, C’49 United Negro College Fund, Inc./UNCF Yvonne R. Jackson, C’70 Merrill Lynch & Company Foundation, General Electric Company Mary B. Burke Sarah Peter Special Programs Corporation Lilly Endowment, Inc. Inc./Merrill Lynch Marcelite Jordan Harris, C’64 A. Toy Caldwell-Colbert, C’73 (dec.) Pitney Bowes, Inc. Morgan Stanley & Company National Alumnae Association of Lezli Levene Harvell, C’2000 Bonnie S. Carter, C’89 Anna Katheryn Ponder, C’86 $1,000,000—$4,999,999 Vicki R. Palmer Spelman College Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc. Janice Chappelle, C’65 (dec.) Laurena Moore Power, C’82 Andrew W. Mellon Foundation PepsiCo Foundation, Inc. Gwendolyn and Peter Norton John and Rosemary Brown Family Laura and Richard Chasin Helen Smith Price, C’79 Anonymous Beverly Daniel Tatum and Travis T. Tatum Publix Supermarkets Foundation Lillian McKinney Cooley, C’55 Robert Mapp Foundation Bank of New York Mellon The David Geffen Foundation R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation, Inc. Darnita R. Killian, C’79 ConocoPhillips Robert W. Woodruff Library of the Atlanta Jerri L. DeVard, C’79 The Starr Foundation SunTrust Bank Foundation and Trustee Bernice A. King, C’85 Camille O. Cosby University Center Dignity Health Tull Charitable Foundation Foundations Theodora Rochelle Lee, C’84 William H. Cosby, Jr. Jacqueline Jones Royster, C’70 ExxonMobil Foundation/ExxonMobil United Parcel Service/UPS Foundation, Florence & Harry English Memorial Fund Limited Brands Foundation/The Limited, Angela Birch Cox, C’81 Lovette Twyman Russell, C’83, and Corporation Inc. Harriet McDaniel Marshall Trust Inc. Mary Lynne Diggs, C’77 Michael B. Russell Ford Foundation Walmart Foundation/Walmart The Community Foundation For Greater Winnie & Henry Loftin Trust Lisa Egbuonu-Davis ScholarshipAmerica Marjorie and Steve Harvey/Harvey Family George T. Wein Atlanta, Inc. Lorraine Thomas Trust Estate of Loyce Bynum Donna M. Stafford, C’86 Foundation Xerox Corporation/Xerox Foundation The Falcon Fund Macy’s Estate of Charles Hicks David N. Sundwall Howard Hughes Medical Institute The Freeman Foundation Mary Allen Lindsey Branan Foundation Estate of Dianne H. McDonald, C’33 SunTrust Bank Lehman Brothers, Inc. $100,000—$249,999 The Hearst Foundations, Inc. Rick and Anna Mills Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Target Stores Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation, Inc. Anonymous (2) The Home Depot Foundation Desiree S. Pedescleaux Johnnie Hunter Foxworth, C’43 Kathleen Mavis Tait, C’88 New York Chapter, National Alumnae Abrams Foundation, Inc. The Isambard Kingdom Brunel Society of Danyale Price, C’91 Kyendria K. Garth, C’95 Zandraetta Tims-Cook, C’92 Association of Spelman College Associated Colleges of the South North America David and Joyce Price Jean McArthur Grant, C’53 The Chrysler Foundation Paula Caruthers Renfro, C’74 Arthur Vining Davis Foundations The Rich Foundation, Inc. Procter & Gamble Dorothy J. Fuqua Grayson, C’65 The Liman Foundation The Sheares Family Charitable Atlanta Journal-Constitution The Vasser Wolley Foundation, Inc. Prudential Financial/The Prudential Nina Echols Greenwood, C’85 The Scholarship Foundation Foundation Jacqueline A. and Clarence Avant The Thomas J. Watson Foundation Foundation Kimberly Kwanza Haynes, C’96 The Wellington Swindall Trust Brad Sheares and Adrienne Simmons BMW of North America, Inc. Eleanor Williams Traylor, C’55 Anne Roosevelt Ernestine Dearing Hogan, C’68 Theobald Foundation The Coca-Cola Foundation/The Coca-Cola Bank of America Foundation/ Isabella McIntyre Tobin, C’45 (dec.) Rosenthal & Company LLC June Gary Hopps, C’60 Andrea Abrams Turner Company/Coca-Cola Refreshments Bank of America Verizon Foundation/Verizon San Antonia Area Foundation Edith Jackmon-Hunter, C’63 U. S. A. Funds Jean Beard Kurt L. Schmoke Cynthia E. Jackson, C’81 Kathy N. Waller $500,000—$999,999 Bernard Osher Foundation $50,000—$99,999 Grace McKivey Scipio, C’46 Kelly-Ann Iola Henry Sandra Elaine Waite, C’95 Anonymous Boeing Company AGL Resources, Inc. Jonathan Smith and Sherrill Blalock Ida Alice Ryan Trust Mary L. Brock Waters, C’66 Arcus Foundation Rosalind Gates Brewer, C’84 Eloise Abernathy Alexis, C’86 Colleen Janessa Taylor, C’90 Japan Foundation Celeste Watkins-Hayes, C’96 Atlantic Philanthropies Cummins Foundation/Cummins, Inc. American Family Mutual Insurance The Getty Foundation John Wieland Homes, Inc. Valerie Rockefeller Wayne Anne Cox Chambers David, Helen & Marian Woodward Company The Kendeda Fund Edgar J. Johnson Trojanell Bordenave-Wilson, C’74, and Kimberly Browne Davis, C’81 Foundation Judith Fisher Arrington, C’57 The Henry Luce Foundation Ralph L. and Davida Johnson Brent Wilson Delta Air Lines Foundation/Delta Air Emory University Anne Ashmore-Hudson, C’63 The Philanthropic Collaborative, Inc. Virginia Harris Johnson, C’58 Lines, Inc. Empire Office, Inc. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra The Teagle Foundation Kassandra Kimbriel Jolley Giving levels reflect Campaign gift Estate of Cherie Stawasz Velda Givens Erie Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation, Jesse and Cheryl Tyson Key Foundation commitments received during the period George Link, Jr. Foundation, Inc. Estate of Jennie Marshall, C’37 Inc. UBS Financial Services, Inc./UBS KeyBank Foundation/KeyBank July 1, 2004 through May 1, 2012. Georgia Power Foundation, Inc./ Estate of Ida Peterson, C’46 Janine Brown Investment Bank Kimberly Clark Corporation Georgia Power Company, Inc. Federated Corporate Services, Inc. Joy San Walker Brown, C’52 US Bank National Association Martin Luther King, III JP Morgan Chase Foundation/ General Motors Dr. Robert L. and Mrs. Lucinda W. Bunnen Nicole Yvonne Venable, C’91 Lockheed Martin Aeronautical System JP Morgan Chase Bush Foundation Alice M. Walker, C’65 Adrienne Lance Lucas, C’90 MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/12 4:00 PM Page 15

“I’ve embraced the adversity and raised my game. Whenever I see people that don’t take me seriously, whether they are players, wives or mothers, I take it a notch higher and show them my true skills.”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF KIMBERLY HAYNES, C’96 —KIMBERLY HAYNES, C’96 Kimberly Haynes, C’96

KIMBERLY HAYNES, C’96 Kimberly Haynes knew she wanted to become an attorney, and she set her sights on a career in sports. After receiving her law degree from Tulane University School of Law, she decided to include her philanthropic passion in her career (São Paulo, Brazil). In August 2008, she was one of two plans, combining her interests and forming the Ombi sports psychology consultants working with the USATF Group, a company designed to provide nonprofit services to team in Beijing and graced the cover of the July/August athletes, entertainers and executives. “I knew a lot of athletes 2008 issue of The Monitor on Psychology, a publication of wanted to give back to their communities but didn’t have the the American Psychological Association. time or thought to put into it,” explained Ms. Haynes. Currently, she’s an associate professor at West Chester Ms. Haynes launched the company in 2003 and has University in Pennsylvania, where she teaches graduate and worked with several professional athletes in the NFL, undergraduate classes in sports psychology, motor learning MLB, NBA and WNBA, including Jimmy Williams, and development. She is the founder of SANKO-FA HP Keisha Brown, Lou Williams, Bryan Scott, Chauncey (HyPower Performance) LLC, which conducts sports psy- Davis and Issac Keys. She provides personalized program chology workshops and presentations throughout the development plans, creates marketing and public rela- Caribbean, and which recently held the Caribbean First tions campaigns and secures corporate sponsorships and Sport Psychology Conference in Trinidad and Tobago. support for her clients. She travels all over the world, consulting and working As a woman working in a power position, Ms. Haynes with athletes, coaches and administrators. In addition to often faces adversity from doubters. “I make it my motiva- working with the U.S. team, Dr. Ottley is also preparing tion,” she said. “I’ve embraced the adversity and raised my the Trinidad and Tobago track and field team for the game. Whenever I see people that don’t take me seriously, 2012 Olympic games. She does team-building exercises, whether they are players, wives or mothers, I take it a notch group work and one-on-one consulting. “These are the higher and show them my true skills.” She said that her world’s best, most elite athletes,” explained Dr. Ottley. experience working in the sports industry and has taught “To get to them you have to impress them.” her to have tough skin. Recognizing she’s in a field that is grossly underrepre- “It’s hard getting in,” Ms. Haynes admits, but says key sented by African Americans and women she explains, “For elements are being persistent, following up and knowing us as a people of African descent we have to be very diverse your skill set. She’s making an impact and clearing a trail and we have to be very good at what we do. We almost by mentoring and providing a positive image for those have to be better.” There aren’t a lot of African American who want to follow in her footsteps. She attributes her suc- sports psychologists, so Dr. Ottley says her mentors were cess to believing in herself, doing her best work and stay- Caucasian mentors. “I spent time mentoring them on how ing in her lane. She also said it’s important for women in to mentor me. I knew what I wanted out of it.” the sports world to, “never let them see you sweat.” Determined to implement change and increase the number of women of color in her field, she actively men- tors Black sports psychology students and shares her story LORRAINE ROBERTSON is an Atlanta-based author, freelance constantly, so they won’t have to face the same challenges writer, and regular contributor to Spelman Messenger. she did.

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A Fifth Generation: The Quarles Family

Good morning Dr. Tatum, Spelman faculty, guests, alumnae sisters and my future alumnae sisters, I am humbled and honored to receive the Founders Day Spirit Award. Since I am the great-granddaughter of Father Frank Quarles, my grandmother Frankie always reminded my sister and me not to do anything to embarrass the family name. So when I came to Spel- man, I was scared that I wouldn’t live up to her expec- tations. But I learned that I didn’t have to be perfect, as long as I did my best. I carried that belief with me throughout my years of service to the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College. Receiving this award today lets me know that I have done my best to embody the spirit of Father Quarles, Sophia Packard and Harriet Giles. I promise all of my future alumnae sisters that I will continue to do as much as I can for as long as I can to encourage your dreams for our alma mater.

Delivered at the Founders Day Convocation in Sisters Chapel on April 10, 2012 by Muriel Ruth Ketchum Yarbrough, Class of 1949 – the 2012 Founders Day Spirit Award recipient

Letter from Frankie Quarles to President Tapley, written on the occasion of Spelman’s 43rd birthday.

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ALUMNAE NOTES

1953 The National Alumnae Association 1972 1985 Jean Foster Scott of Spelman College, Chicago Chap- Murdell McFarlin Bernice King Personal: Honored at her 80th ter’s A Crystal Blue Evening 2011. Professional: Selected to be a Professional: Received the Dr. T.B. birthday celebration on December 3, The event was held on December National Faculty Fellow by the Boyd III Distinguished Service Award 2011, at the Ritz Carlton, Atlanta. 10, 2011, at the South Shore Cul- National Academy of Television Arts at the 20th Annual Trumpet Awards tural Center, Chicago. and Sciences. She participated in the Prayer Breakfast on January 12, 2012. 1957 NATAS Faculty Seminar at the Rose Harris Johnson 1968 Academy’s Foundation in Los Ange- 1986 Professional: Received the Minnie Jane E. Smith les, November 8–12, 2011. Eloise Alexis Felton Jackson Award at The Professional: Featured in “175 Professional: Honored at the Spel- National Alumnae Association of Emory Historymakers,” and the cel- 1975 man College 2011 Service Awards Spelman College Chicago Chapter’s ebration of the 175th Anniversary of Dorcus Wood Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for A Crystal Blue Evening 2011. The the Founding of Emory, December Professional: Honored at the Spel- 20 years of service to the College. event was held on December 10, 7, 2011, in Atlanta. She had received man College 2011 Service Awards 2011, at the South Shore Cultural her master’s in sociology from Emory Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for 1987 Center, Chicago. in 1970. 30 years of service to the College. Annamary Vernell Parker Married: Matthew Walker, III, on 1963 1969 1977 July 9, 2011, at the Born Again Jean Rogers Yates Barbara Edwards Deirdra Y. Yarbrough Church in Nashville. Professional: Presented the Blue Dia- Professional: Presented the Minnie Professional: Received the Distin- mond Woman of Excellence Award Felton Jackson Award Honoree at guished Alumna Award at the 1989 Honoree at The National Alumnae The National Alumnae Association National Alumnae Association of Ellen Hill Zeringue Association of Spelman College, of Spelman College, Chicago Chap- Spelman College, Atlanta Chapter’s Professional: Participated in the Chicago Chapter’s A Crystal Blue ter’s A Crystal Blue Evening 2011. Defining a Legacy of Change convocation titled Innovation and Evening 2011. The event was held The event was held on December Through Service, Sisterhood and the New Economy: Where Do Black on December 10, 2011, at the South 10, 2011, at the South Shore Cul- Scholarship: A Red Carpet Affair on Women Fit? Sports Management: Shore Cultural Center, Chicago. tural Center, Chicago. November 12, 2011, at Sisters the New Frontier? A Conversation Chapel. with Mary Brock, Kimberly Haynes, 1964 Laura English-Robinson C’96, and Ellen Hill Zeringue, Margaret Hampton Professional: Honored at the Spel- 1978 C’89, on October 20, 2011 in Sis- Professional: Received the Out- man College 2011 Service Awards Cynthia Spence ters Chapel. standing German Educator Award, Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for Professional: Honored at the Spel- College/University Level presented 20 years of service to the College. man College 2011 Service Awards 1990 by The American Association of She also sang at the Spelman College Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for Marionette Holmes Teachers of German on November 19, department of music’s Love, Rose- 30 years of service to the College. Professional: Honored at the Spel- 2011, during the AATG’s annual buds and Chocolate! A pre-Valentine’s man College 2011 Service Awards meeting in Denver. Day Faculty Recital in February 2012 1981 Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for in Sisters Chapel. Omelika Kuumba five years of service to the College. Annette Jones White Professional: Participated in the She was also awarded a two-year Education: Received a bachelor’s 1970 Georgia Association of Black grant from the Robert Wood John- degree from Albany State University Yvonne R. Jackson Women Attorneys 2012 Installation son Foundation New Connections in December 2011. She was one of Professional: Received the Blue of Officers & Leadership event on and Public Health Law Research 32 students who had been expelled Diamond Woman of Excellence January 25, 2012, at Spelman College. program. The funding will support for protests but were honored 50 Award at The National Alumnae Her dance group, Giwayen Mata, Holmes’ research to examine the years later by the University. Association of Spelman College, performed. public health and economic impact Chicago Chapter’s A Crystal Blue of providing supportive housing to 1966 Evening 2011. The event was held 1983 formerly incarcerated homeless indi- Beverly Guy-Sheftall on December 10, 2011, at the South Cathy Daniels viduals in New York City. Professional: Featured in “175 Shore Cultural Center, Chicago. Professional: Honored at the Spel- Emory Historymakers,” and the cel- man College 2011 Service Awards 1991 ebration of the 175th Anniversary of Bernice Johnson Reagon Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for Julie Yarbrough the Founding of Emory, December Professional: Spoke at Sisters five years of service to the College. Professional: Pictured on the front 7, 2011, in Atlanta. She had received Chapel as a part of the 2011 fall wor- page of The Atlanta Journal-Consti- her Ph.D. from Emory in 1984. ship service series on September 25, Sheri Yarbrough tution on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, Beverly was honored at the Spelman 2011. She also delivered the com- Professional: Presented the acknowl- for the article, “Georgians Torn Over College 2011 Service Awards Lun- mencement address and received an edgements at The National Alumnae Tax on Internet Sales.” The owner of cheon on October 13, 2011, for 40 honorary doctorate and degree from Association of Spelman College, the store where she’s employed, years of service to the College. She Albany State University in Decem- Chicago Chapter’s A Crystal Blue Showcase Photo and Video in also served as the keynote speaker for ber 2011. She was one of 32 students Evening 2011. The event was held Atlanta, is quoted in the story. who had been expelled for protests on December 10, 2011, at the South but were honored 50 years later by Shore Cultural Center, Chicago. the University.

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Morgan J. Townsend, C’2009, was pictured in Jet Magazine’s BUZZ CELEBSCENE with her mother, Mar- jorie Harvey, her stepfather, comedian and TV host Steve Harvey, and her sis- ter in the December 5, 2011, issue. The family was photographed at A Meal to Remember in Atlanta.

On November 16, On February 21, 2012, the Atlanta Business 2011, the Bonner League held its 17th Annual Women of Vision Scholars Program Breakfast featuring Atlanta’s 100 Top Black hosted the first Keshia Women of Influence, Women of Influence Knight Pulliam, “Tenured” and The “Women’s Hall of Fame,” at C’2001, Community the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. J. Veronica Biggins, Schools Day. The day – C’68, was honored as the 2012 Women’s Hall of designed to expose 41 Fame inductee, while several Spelman alumnae third-through-fifth-grade girls from A.F. Herndon Elementary were named on the 2012 Atlanta’s Top 100 School to a college environment and inspire them to work toward Black Women of Influence list, including Stacey higher education – was made possible by a gift from Pulliam and Abrams, C’95; JaDawnya Butler, C’2001 Ber- will be implemented annually. Pulliam and fellow television person- nice King, C’85; Allegra Lawrence-Hardy, ality Tanika Ray, C’94, were pictured in the January 2012 issue of C’93; and Jane Smith, C’68. Essence Magazine. The article, “Back to Your Roots,” about transi- tioning your hair from a relaxer to natural, highlighted the ladies’ beautiful tresses in the section, “Styles for the In-Between Stage.” Pulliam was also pictured in the Special Issue Essence Hot Hair, fall 2011, in the hair color section.

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Alonia Jernigan, C’89, graced the cover of The Resource Guide to African American Female Business Owners, 2011–2012, by the Atlanta Business League and was highlighted in the article, “The Story- tellers.” Several alumnae were featured in the 2011 List of Atlanta’s Top 100 Women of Influence including Stacey Abrams, C’95, Rosalind Brewer, C’84, Sheila Bronner, C’86.

Entertainment correspondent Shaun Robinson, C’84, inter- viewed the late Whitney Houston in November 2011 on the set of her upcoming film, Sparkle. This would be the singer’s last one-on-one sit-down interview. Robinson said Houston “. . . looked strong, she looked happy, she looked very healthy.” In January 2012, Robinson appeared on the television broadcast, “UNCF An Evening of Stars,” with Miss Spelman 2012, Raavin Evans, C’2012. Robinson has also been featured in several media outlets including Jet Magazine’s BUZZCELEB- SCENE in the September 12, 2011, issue. She was pictured with LaLa Vasquez and Gabrielle Union at LaLa’s Full Court Life premiere party in Los Angeles. Robinson is highlighted in the March 2012 issue of Essence Magazine for her participation in Crystal McCrary’s new book, Inspiration. The book features profiles of 30 Black women including Robinson, Whoopi Gold- berg and finance expert Mellody Hobson. She’s also pictured on the cover of Rolling Out’s “Black Holly- wood Shines at The Oscars” March 1, 2012, issue.

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1992 1996 2000 Ashanti M. Hollingsworth Angelou Chiles Ezeilo Kimberly Haynes Ayana N. Free Married: Jay D. Moody on Novem- Professional: Honored at the 2011 Professional: Participated in the con- Professional: Honored at the Sanc- ber 12, 2011, at the Family Life Local Community Service Award vocation titled Innovation and the tuary for Families Above & Beyond Worship Cathedral in Elmont, New Convocation on November 15, New Economy: Where Do Black Pro Bono Achievement Awards & York. Her wedding was featured on 2011, in Sisters Chapel. She is the Women Fit? Sports Management: Benefit on November 14, 2011, in The Learning Channel’s television founder and executive director of the the New Frontier? A Conversation New York City. show “Four Weddings,” on February Greening Youth Foundation. with Mary Brock, Kimberly Haynes, 17, 2012. C’96, and Ellen Hill Zeringue, C’89, Erika Stallworth Kheri Holland Tillman on October 20, 2011, in Sisters Chapel. Professional: Quoted in the article, Sarah Rogers Professional: Featured in the People “Ghosts of Trials Past,” in The News Personal: Featured in the article, section of UptownSocial.com on Celeste Watkins-Hayes Dispatch on May 7, 2011. “Just Engaged: Sarah and William,” November 8, 2011. The piece high- Professional: Introduced the keynote in October 19, 2011 on Essence.com. lights her career and shares some per- speaker at The National Alumnae 2001 The article shared her engagement sonal insights. Association of Spelman College, JaDawnya C. Butler story to Morehouse graduate, E. Chicago Chapter’s A Crystal Blue Professional: Participated in the William Tucker, Jr. 1993 Evening 2011. The event was held Georgia Association of Black Women Andrea Brownlee on December 10, 2011, at the South Attorneys 2012 Installation of Offi- Professional: Honored at the Spel- Shore Cultural Center, Chicago. cers & Leadership event on January 2005 man College 2011 Service Awards 25, 2012, at Spelman College. She is Jana J. Edmondson Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for 1997 the president of the 2012 Executive Education: Graduated from the 10 years of service to the College. Danielle Whitworth Barnes Board and Leadership Team. Georgia Association of Latino Elected Professional: Appointed general Officials Institute of Leadership. Allegra Lawrence Hardy counsel for the Tennessee Depart- Anissa Floyd Professional: Spoke at the Social Professional: Participated in the ment of Human Resources in Janu- Professional: Participated in the Justice Fellows Program Colloquia Georgia Association of Black Women ary 2011. Georgia Association of Black Women Series, “Seen but Often Unheard: Attorneys 2012 Installation of Offi- Attorneys 2012 Installation of Offi- Limited English Proficiency (LEP) cers & Leadership event on January Laurie Cumbo cers & Leadership event on January Advocacy and the Importance of 25, 2012, at Spelman College. She Professional: Participated in Alum- 25, 2012, at Spelman College. She is Equal Language Access,” at Spelman gave the welcome and acknowledge- nae Success Stories: Laurie Cumbo, on the Gala Committee on the 2012 College on September 22, 2011. In ment of special guests; she is a past C’97, Tuliza Fleming, C’94, Cele- Executive Board and Leadership October 2011, she was the youngest GABWA president (2003). brating the Year of Art History, pre- Team. of 10 lawyers to be recognized as a sented by the department of art and Trailblazing Lawyer for Justice by the 1994 art history on November 3, 2011, at Candace Rodgers Georgia Legal Services Program; and Dineo Brinson Spelman College. Professional: Participated in the in January 2012, she participated in Professional: Honored at the Spel- Georgia Association of Black Women the Georgia Association of Black man College 2011 Service Awards Jennifer R. Kelly Attorneys 2012 Installation of Offi- Women Attorneys 2012 Installation Luncheon on October 13, 2011, for Professional: Appointed to the board cers & Leadership event on January of Officers & Leadership event at 10 years of service to the College. of The Children’s Bereavement Cen- 25, 2012, at Spelman College. She is Spelman College. She is the VP for ter of South Texas. the treasurer of the 2012 Executive Middle Georgia on the 2012 Execu- Tuliza Fleming Board and Leadership Team. tive Board and Leadership Team. Professional: Participated in Alum- 1999 nae Success Stories: Laurie Cumbo, Denise Cooper 2002 2008 C’97, Tuliza Fleming, C’94, Cele- Professional: Participated in the Kafia Haile Tiffany Thomas brating the Year of Art History, pre- Georgia Association of Black Women Professional: Featured artist at Professional: Spoke at the Opening sented by the department of art and Attorneys 2012 Installation of Offi- “ACTIVATE,” a night of visual & Homecoming Worship Service on art history on November 3, 2011, at cers & Leadership event on January performing arts presented by RAW October 16, 2011, at Sisters Chapel. Spelman College. 25, 2012, at Spelman College. She is Artists DC on February 9, 2012 at the VP for Savannah on the 2012 Cafe Asia in Washington, D.C. 2009 1995 Executive Board and Leadership Team. Cassi Davis Tawakalitu Jogunosimi 2004 Professional: Hosted the Fields Fam- Professional: Delivered the welcome Brigitte Daniel Ashley Beasley Green ily, actresses Chip Fields, Kim Fields, at The National Alumnae Associa- Professional: Appointed to the Fed- Professional: Participated in the and Alexis Fields, during a convoca- tion of Spelman College, Chicago eral Communications Commission’s research talk Quantitative and Qual- tion on February 23, 2012, in Sisters Chapter’s A Crystal Blue Evening re-charted Federal Advisory Com- itative Proteomics, presented by The Chapel. 2011. The event was held on Decem- mittee on Diversity in the Digital Howard Hughes Program on Octo- ber 10, 2011, at the South Shore Age by FCC chairman, Julius Gena- ber 27, 2011, at Spelman College. Cultural Center, Chicago. chowski in November 2011.

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It’s no surprise that Kimberly Hogg, C’2008, and Kelli Coleman, C’2006, were fea- tured in the Black Enterprise February 2012 article, “Rising Stars 40 & Under: Young Women Positioned as Tomor- row’s Future Business Leaders.” Coleman is the EVP, Corporate Commu- nications & President, GHV of New York for GlobalHue; and Hogg is the brand manager for Pepsi’s AMP Energy drink. In the article, Hogg shares advice for the next genera- Style and lifestyle expert Tai Beauchamp, tion, encouraging them to C’2000, covered the 2012 Academy “take the time to brand yourself” and to “bring your true self Awards for E!’s After Party as a live to work every day. Be honest about your opinions and how correspondent reporting from E!’s you feel about things: don’t just go with the flow. It will location at the Roosevelt Hotel. The benefit everyone on the team.” Oscars were held on February 26, 2012, in Los Angeles.

Eleanor Hinton Holt’s, C’64, book, Health First! The Black Women’s Wellness Guide, was published in February 2012 by Tavis Smiley’s company SmileyBooks and featured in the article, “Inside Tavis Smiley, Inc. in the April 2012 issue of Black Enterprise.

Lovette Russell, C’83, served as co- chair of Recording Star Usher’s New Look Foundation’s World Leadership Conference and Awards at the Cobb Galleria in Georgia during the summer of 2011. She is pictured in the late fall 2011issue of Southern Seasons Magazine with Usher and Cammie Rice at the “Tea with Women of Influ- ence.” Russell also presented the Occasion at the convocation titled Innovation and the New Economy: Where Do Black Women Fit? Sports Management: the New Frontier? A Conver- sation with Mary Brock, Kimberly Haynes, C’96, and Ellen Hill Zeringue, C’89, on October 20, 2011, in Sisters Chapel.

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Take Note! Rev. Norman M. Rates and his wife, Laura, visited the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial in Washington, D.C. Their post dedication visit was especially meaningful since it was Rev. Rates who in 1968 had prepared Sisters Chapel, with its dignity and solitude, as the appropriate place for the globally noted 48-hour vigil over Dr. King’s body. Rev. Rates’ book, May Thy Dear Walls Remain, documents this historic event.as part of his mem- oir as Spelman’s former college minister and dean of the chapel.

More than two dozen members of the Spelman community Bernice King, C’85, paused for a participated in the production poignant moment at the dedication of the “MLK: A Monumental Life” at Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memor- Constitution Hall in Washington, ial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Aug. 26, 2011. The D.C. This heartfelt photo ran in the theatrical presentation, a November 7, 2011, issue of Jet Magazine celebration of the life of Dr. and several other publications. Martin Luther King Jr., was originally scheduled to precede the Sunday unveiling of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. But the unveiling had to be postponed due to drenching rains and floods brought on by Hurricane Irene. The show, produced and directed by Kenneth Green, director of cultural programs in the Spelman’s Office of College Relations and an instructor in the department of drama and dance, featured Actresses Cassi Davis, C’2009, and Keshia Knight Pulliam, C’2001, Dr. Christine King Farris, C’48, graced in the “I Have A Dream” segment, alongside singer Jennifer Holliday the pages of Jet Magazine in the Jetsetters and artist Derek Watkins. Members of the Spelman community section in the December 5, 2011, issue. represented behind the scenes as well included Kenique Penn, C’2000, The piece, “King Sibling Honored” Sherri Dickerson, C’84, Milan Green, C’2011, Pamela Stegall, pictured her as she accepted the Humani- C’2010, Ashley Cleveland, C’2010, KaTerri Kelly, C’2010, tarian Award from the James Weldon Ebonee Holyfield, C’2010, Rashida Rawls, C’2003, and Ashley Institute during an event at the Carter Grisham (current student). Rolanda Watts, C’80, was listed on the Center of Emory University in Atlanta. program but was unable to attend due to the same inclement weather that caused the dedication to be postponed.

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Dr. Monica Bowling, C’96, is featured in the article, “Three Mathematician Tanya Moore, Young Female Surgeons,” that ran C’95, was one of five women fea- in the IndyStar.com on April 10, tured in article, “Women in STEM: 2011. The piece highlights Dr. Though a Small Number, These Bowling and two fellow surgeons Women Blaze Trails in the Science who are performing the and Technology Fields,” in the majority of breast cancer surg- March 2012 issue of Black Enter- eries at the Indiana University prise. The women are celebrated for Simon Cancer Center. It also their exceptional work in such an shares all three doctors’ unique underrepresented field for African stories and their roads to the American women. operating room.

Actress and celebrity fitness trainer AJ Johnson, C’85, was featured on TVONE’s television show “Life After” on November 2, 2011. The show features popular celebrities, sharing their back sto- ries and highlighting what they are doing now.

Heather Joy Thompson, C’99, was featured in Essence Magazine’s dating column, “Celebrating Solo” in the December 2011 issue. She shares her story of spending Thanksgiving 2008 in Cape Town, South Africa. Calida Garcia Rawles, C’98, was also fea- tured in the same issue. Her struggles against intra-racial bigotry was told in the article “Color Struck.” June Dobbs Butts, C’48, shared her Sweet Auburn Georgia roots with Atlanta Magazine for its Joy Brunson, C’2010, hosted “My Hometown,” cover story. The February 2012 issue tells the tales “Victory,” which was staged by of 19 Georgians, including Rosalynn Carter, Travis Tritt, and Leah actress-director Jasmine Guy. Zoe Ward Sears. Butts vividly recalls “the complexities of segregation,” Hollinshead, a former student of the growing up in Atlanta. Spelman College Children’s Dance and Drama Program, was featured in Heather Hawes, C’89, and Maya Rucker, C’2002, were featured in the the dance portion of “Four Little April/May 2012 issue of Collaborate for their work with the Envoy Pro- Girls,” choreographed by T. Lang, gram via the Office of Special Events and Institutional Advancement. assistant professor of dance and The program affords students the opportunity to meet and interact with director of the Spelman College industry professionals, participate in planning and executing events, and Dance Theatre, and included a to have the opportunity to shadow an executive, all of which may lead to performance of “We Are,” by Sweet full-time employment and a career as a hospitality professional. Spelman Honey and the Rock, founded by students Bonita Clarkson, C’2013, and Korina Isler, C’2013, partici- singer-composer Bernice Johnson pated in the program and are also featured in the article. Reagon, C’70.

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History & Traditions Convocation

Edeliegba, a senior dance ensemble of African American seniors from the Bowden Senior Multipurpose Center from East Point, Georgia performed during the Founders Day 2012 History and Traditions convocation. Directed by Theresa Howard, the ensemble performed a variety of tap, jazz, modern and African dances. The event was hosted by Spelman's Independent Scholars (SIS ).

An inter-generational conversation was held with Ernestine W. Brazeal, C’63, (second from the left ) during the History and Traditions convocation sponsored by SIS. Through oral history research, the scholars collect memories of African American women elders born and reared in the South.

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SPRING 2012 29 MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/124:00PMPage30 30 In Memoriam Church, inAtlanta. Presbyterian Peachtree Chapel, Kellett at 2011, oldest and most beloved alumnae. Spelman’samong wastransitioned, sheshe before her. She lived life with grace and integrity. At age met 97 a stranger, and all who met her instantly loved family.her inspirationneverto Sheanwere heart kind and generosity Her gardening. and reading Peachtree Presbyterian of Church inAtlanta. member dedicated and devoted a was She church. her for love and to commitment the Presbyterian board becauseofherunwavering the Presbytery, garnering awards and honors from of women the within positions and offices many also served on several Presbyterian boards. She held she teacher; Sundayschool and elder an as served she There development. its of phases all in active WesthillsPresbyterian was Atlantaand Churchin H. Hanks, she was instrumental in the founding of alumnae affairsatSpelman. of director and counselor admissions former a is at Spelman and Cindy Brooks Baumgardner, C’90, Marsha Hanks-Gaines, C’66,isaformerresident director loved. she College the from graduated granddaughter and daughter her both as legacy a place into putting women, American for African particularly education, for importance and history rich its for advocate vocal a was she man, Spel- of supporter avid An years. 42 for educator dedicated and outstanding an was Hanks Mrs. system. school public Atlanta the to moved later career in the Gwinnett County school system and Yorkteaching her started UniversityShe 1952. in New at education in degree master’s her earned degreeFrencha in with 1941 in English.Sheand graduated She from Spelman Robinson. College with high Smith honors Paralee and Smith “Cal” Burford, in Georgia, on April born 6, 1914, the daughter of Calvin was Hanks Smith Faye Lula April 6,1914–November4,2011 Lula Faye Smith Hanks, C’41 Mrs. Hanks services were held on November 9, Mrs. Hanks’ interests included family, traveling, Along with her late husband of 42 years, Harold R E G N E S S E M N A M L E P S MessText-Sp12-p_SC 6/13/12 4:00 PM Page 31

Mary Kidd Gardner, C’67 May 14, 1945 – August 31, 2011

Mary Antoinette Kidd Gardner was born on May 14, 1945, in Richmond, Virginia. She was the first child of three born to the late James Ammons and Christian Alice Young Kidd. As a child, Mary was a faithful member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Richmond. Mary attended the segregated public schools of Richmond, graduating with honors from Maggie L. Walker High School in 1963. Always a high achiever, Mary enjoyed the academic rigors of studying Russ- ian, French, German and Latin as well as biology, chemistry, physics and higher mathematics. Mary went on to Spelman College where she received a degree in biology and served as a life-long alumna in the sis- terhood which she cherished. After graduation in 1967, Mary continued her scientific education at the Medical Col- lege of Virginia School of Technology. At Spelman, Mary met a Morehouse Man, John Edward Maryland Department of Economic and Employment Devel- Gardner, whom she affectionately referred to as “Ronni.” opment to support the St. James’ Academy and jazz workshops. They were married on June 22, 1968. This loving union of Mary’s community efforts were far-reaching and laudable. 43 years was blessed with two beautiful daughters and Spel- She was a founding member of the Columbia, Maryland, man alumnae, Dawna Beryl Gardner, C’91, and Krystyll Spelman Alumnae Chapter in 1976 and served as chapter Gardner, C’94. The Gardners lived in Atlanta, Rochester president and treasurer. This chapter has produced three pres- (New York) and Detroit before settling in Columbia, Mary- idents of the National Alumnae Association of Spelman Col- land in 1975. The Gardner family joined St. James’ Episco- lege. On many occasions, Mary assisted in bringing the pal Church in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1985. Spelman Jazz Ensemble to Columbia. In addition, she was Mary dedicated her professional life to scientific research as very active as a mother in the Columbia chapter of Jack and a microbiologist at the Children’s National Medical Center in Jill of America. Furthermore, Mary was instrumental in the Washington, D.C. In her personal life, she was devoted to her advocacy of African American history and helped to initiate family and served in many leadership capacities as a faithful the Black History Program for students in Howard County, member of her church. With charm and sophistication, Mary Maryland. Politically astute and a committed advocate for took pride in the numerous social, service and religious orga- civil rights and social justice, Mary was filled with pride as nizations to which she belonged. She served as parish council she supported the candidacy of President Obama and noted president and member of the vestry at St. James’. Her passion the symbolism his election meant for her grandchildren, for the performing arts (particularly jazz) led her to chair many Alexis and Nicholas. She loved her role as mother and nana successful fundraisers for the church. Her innovative ideas and spent countless hours researching and presenting her launched notable events at St. James’ such as the jazz fests, the family genealogy so that her family knew their heritage. annual “Mable Lorraine Epps” Easter Cross Memorial, chil- Mary treasured her time spent with her best girl friends dren’s book fairs, and the Covenant with St. John’s Episcopal by celebrating birthdays, retirements, graduations and Church in Ellicott City, Maryland. She presented great jazz becoming grandparents. Additionally, they traveled exten- artists such as Stanley Turrentine, Shirley Horn, Milt Jackson, sively, rejoiced in the accomplishments of respective families Slide Hampton and Monty Alexander. These events were held and exchanged diverse, poignant views on current issues. in Baltimore at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Pier Six, “My mother, Mary Kidd Gardner, lived her life by the core the Baltimore Museum of Art and at St. James’. Mary took all ethical values of Spelman, which are academic excellence, lead- of her roles very seriously, even wearing a funny clown cos- ership, service and achievement,” said her daughter, Krystyll, tume during the annual book fairs for the children at St. James’ proudly. “She imparted these very principles into so many lives and the community. Through her efforts, Mary was able to that she touched and will forever be remembered honorably.” acquire collectively over $20,000 in grants from multiple agen- Mrs. Gardner’s services were held on September 10, 2011, cies such as the Maryland State Council for the Arts and the at St. James Episcopal Church in Baltimore, Maryland.

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In Memoriam

1942 Sarah King Librarian Died: November 13, 2011 Services: November 21, 2011, St. James AME Church, Millstadt, Illinois.

1943 Melzetta Elizabeth Peterson Laws Librarian Died: August 2, 2011 Services: August 6, 2011, Friendship Baptist Church, Atlanta.

1947 Eunice Hines Adams Retired Director Died: December 17, 2011 Services: December 22, 2011, Nelson Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Bainbridge, Georgia.

1948 Estelle C. Rogers Died: October 22, 2011 Services: October 29, 2011, Birmingham, Alabama.

1951 Myrtle M. Kelly Educator Died: June 23, 2011 Services: June 29, 2011, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Atlanta.

1952 Hazel Rucker Moore Educator Died: November 17, 2011 Services: November 28, 2011, Duggan’s Serra Mortuary, Dale City, California.

2008 Timile Brown Died: December 9, 2011 Services: December 17, 2011, Christ Church of Hampton, Hampton, Virginia. PHOTO: JULIE YARBROUGH, C’91

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