Miss Spelman and Court

On Saturday, April 14, Afton Lane, C'2013, captured the coveted title of Miss Spelman College 2012-2013.

During the ceremony, Lane, an English major, discussed her platform, "There’s no I in TEAM but there is a ME!"

As an ambassador for the College, Lane will attend special events, speak to high school students, serve as a guest panelist on forums, and engage in community service projects.

Lane and her court are currently planning events for the 2012-2013 academic year that relate to their respective platforms.

Juniors Lyricc Jackson (pictured right), a theater arts major, and Jordan Harris (pictured left), an English major, will both serve as first and second attendants to Lane.

Spelman's Ambassador

Miss Spelman serves as an ambassador to Spelman College, in which she may be asked to represent the college to perspective students and parents, as well as donors, and external constituents.  Miss Spelman carries herself in a manner that enhances the image of the College.  Miss Spelman College travels throughout the year to engage in personal appearances throughout the state.  Ideals that Miss Spelman and Her Court hold dear are: Academic Excellence, Ethical Leadership, Appreciation of diverse cultures, and Commitment to positive social change.

Miss Spelman and Her Court also host events on the Spelman campus throughout the fall and spring semester.  Recent events included "Get me Bodied" panel discussion on body image, First Annual Miss Spelman Tea during Homecoming, Rally for presidential candidate Barack Obama, "Brother Your Appreciated" event for Morehouse and Clark Atlanta students, and Spelman sports rally.

Mr. Blue and White and His Court

Mr. Blue and White and His Court serve as the kings of Spelman College. They represent the ideals of the young women who attend this illustrious institution. The court consists of gentlemen from the Atlanta University Center that aim to promote Spelman College and all it stands for.

During their reign of service, Mr. Blue and White & His Court serve jointly with Miss Spelman and Her Court in several philanthropic and educational endeavors. Mr. Blue and White & His Court also produce programs on its own that benefit the Spelman College community.