Chavonne Shorter

Chavonne Shorter joined the physical education and athletics staff in January of 2008 to assume the role as wellness coordinator and equipment manager.

Shorter comes to Spelman from the Dekalb Medical Center where she worked as an exercise physiologist. She worked with patients both before and after surgery to recommend an exercise regimen specific to their lifestyle and agility. She also assisted patients in setting personal fitness goals and motivated them to adopt healthy lifestyles.

At Spelman, Shorter is responsible for providing leadership for a comprehensive wellness program, which includes: implementing classes, providing personal training and fitness assessments, and presenting guest speakers and/or seminars that promote healthy lifestyles. As the equipment manager Ms. Shorter oversees all athletic laundry. She also supervises student workers in both the wellness program and equipment areas.

Shorter received her Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from Georgia Southern University in May 2005. She has received certification as a personal trainer and is a member of the American Fitness Professional Association (AFPA).

Shorter grew up in the metro Atlanta area and now resides in Tucker, Georgia.