Past Wellness Events

Oscar-Winning Actor Mo'Nique Talks Wellness

On Thursday, Feb. 28, President Beverly Daniel Tatum hosted "The Best Advice I Ever Got: Conversations with Wise Women," as part of the "Black Women and the Wellness Revolution" speaker series.

Held in Sisters Chapel, this special conversation featured Oscar-winning actor and comedian Mo'Nique; psychologist and author Dr. Brenda Wade; Rancho La Puerta and Golden Door Spa owner Deborah Szekely (pronounced SAY-Kay); and vegan and public health nutrition expert Tracye McQuirter. Each guest will discuss health and wellness issues facing Black women.

'Hot Topics' Speaker Series

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On Thursday, December 6, leading experts gathered at Spelman College to address, “Black Women and the Wellness Revolution: Why We Can’t Wait.”  The panel discussion was a part of the “Hot Topics” speaker series, presented by the Spelman College Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement. Joining President Beverly Daniel Tatum for the discussion was: A.J. Johnson, C’85, wellness expert, founder, THE AJ ZONE; Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, dean and executive vice president, Morehouse School of Medicine; and Lovette Russell, C’83, member, Spelman College board of trustees.