News & Events

ATLANTA (May 9, 2013) -- The Ninth Annual Spelman College Leadership and Women of Color Conference taking place at the Georgia International Convention Center, May 15 - 16, has an exciting program of events to support this year's theme of Strategic Leadership: Building Wealth, Entrepreneurship and Paying it Forward.

ATLANTA (May 3, 2013) -- Identical twins Kirstie and Kristie Bronner, C’2013, have been named co-valedictorians for the Spelman College Class of 2013. With a 4.0 GPA, the Bronners are the first twins to receive the designation in the history of Spelman. Shay Johnson, C’2013, has been named salutatorian for the Class of 2013, earning a 3.94 GPA.

ATLANTA (April 19, 2013) – According to the U.S. Department of Justice, young women between the ages of 16-24 still experience high rates of dating violence and stalking and approximately one in five will be sexually assaulted while in college. On Wednesday, April 24, 2013, Spelman College will be among 10 historically Black colleges and universities participating in Denim Day at HBCUs 2013 to end sexual violence against women.

ATLANTA (April 22, 2013) – Three Spelman student documentaries, which delve into health and wellness, the Syrian Revolution and homelessness, will premiere at the Ninth Annual Spelman College Digital Moving Image Salon Student Documentary Film Showcase Thursday, April 25, 2013, at Midtown Cinema. Costume designer and stylist Shilla Benning will receive the Celebration of Excellence Award. The event is free and open to the public.