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Spelman College Appoints Dr. Ayanna Howard, Renowned Roboticist, Higher Education Leader, its 12th President

05 June 2026

Dr. Howard will assume the role on August 1, 2026, and guide Spelman’s continued commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and preparing...

Academics Faculty Arts

Spelman’s Julie Dash Directs Wanda Sykes’ Netflix Special

05 June 2026

Award-winning filmmaker and Spelman professor Julie Dash directed Wanda Sykes’ latest Netflix comedy special while creating opportunities for...

Students Academics

Spelman History Major Alexandra Alsobrooks-Laney Earns Truman Finalist Distinction

02 June 2026

When Alexandra Alsobrooks-Laney, C’2027, learned she had advanced to the finalist stage of the 2026 Harry S. Truman Scholarship competition,...

Campus and Community Students Donor Gifts

Spelman Students Among First Graduates Supported by Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Scholarship Initiative

01 June 2026

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation recently announced early milestones from its $50 million, 10-year scholarship initiative supporting students...

Arts Press Release or Media Alert Faculty

High Museum of Art Names Cheryl Finley Recipient of 2026 David C. Driskell Prize

27 May 2026

The High Museum of Art today announced Spelman College professor Cheryl Finley as the 2026 recipient of the David C. Driskell Prize, the first...

Press Release or Media Alert

Spelman College Chief Financial Officer Dawn Alston Named Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2026 CFO of the Year

26 May 2026

Spelman College announced today that Chief Financial Officer Dawn Alston has been named the 2026 CFO of the Year in the Nonprofit, Government, and...

Campus and Community Donor Gifts Students

$4.2 Million and Counting: Atlanta HBCU Scholarship Initiative Powers First Spring Graduates

14 May 2026

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation today announced early milestones from its $50 million, 10-year scholarship initiative supporting students at...

Students Academics

Spelman College Announces Seven Valedictorians, Historic First

14 May 2026

Spelman College recently announced a record seven valedictorians for the Class of 2026, a historic first for the College. Coined ‘The Spelman...

Students Academics

Spelman Students Invent a Way for Plants to Talk with PlantGPT

13 May 2026

A group of Spelman College students have developed an innovative device that allows plants to audibly communicate what they need for their...

Students Academics

Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlight: Tyler Kate Dorsey

12 May 2026

Some students arrive at Spelman College in search of themselves. Tyler Dorsey, C’2026, arrived already knowing exactly who she was —...

Students Academics

Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlight: Latisha Jones

12 May 2026

As Spelman College celebrates its 2026 graduating class, one graduate who stands out, Latisha Jones, C’2026, sociology and...

Academics Students

Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlight: Kendall Shelton

12 May 2026

Kendall Shelton, C’2026, like many other Spelman scholars, is a clear example of what determination looks like. She possesses an unstoppable...

Academics Students

Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlight: Taylor Richardson

12 May 2026

Follow the inspiring journey of Taylor Richardson, C'2026, the neurodivergent STEM advocate known as “Astronaut Starbright,” as...

Students Academics Campus and Community

Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlight: Lauren Forney

12 May 2026

Lauren Forney, C’2026, is redefining what academic excellence looks like. This well-distinguished scholar will be graduating debt-free due to...

Academics Students

Spelman College Ranked No. 1 Among Small Institutions for Gilman Scholars

05 May 2026

Spelman College has been ranked the No. 1 top-producing institution for the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship among colleges...

Students Campus and Community

Spelman College Celebrates Three Students for Their Win in the Second Annual CBE New Venture Competition

05 May 2026

Spelman College recently hosted the Center for Black Entrepreneurship’s (CBE) second annual New Venture Competition (NVC) on Apr. 23, with...

Alumnae Faculty

Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall’s Journey and Lasting Impact at Spelman

05 May 2026

Renowned Black feminist scholar and Spelman alumna Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall sat down with WABE’s Closer Look “Piloting the...

Students Academics

Spelman Speech and Debate Showcases National Excellence with Three Titles, 18 Awards

01 May 2026

The Spelman College Speech and Debate Team captured national titles at the HBCU National Speech and Debate Championship held Feb. 6-7 at Texas...

Students Arts Academics

Spelman College Student Jacquelyn Johnson Wins Southeast Emmy for Documentary Film

29 April 2026

“The Stories My Scars Tell” explores the realities of living with chronic illness and invisible disabilities. The film examines how...

Academics Campus and Community

eSpelman Launches “Ascent by eSpelman” Series to Expand Access to Industry-Led Learning

24 April 2026

A new virtual series connects learners to industry experts and expands access to career-focused education through eSpelman.

Students Academics

Crawford Family Makes Transformational $2 Million Gift to Expand Opportunity for Spelman and Morehouse Students

21 April 2026

Rooted in a multigenerational legacy of service, education, and giving back, the Crawford family has made a transformational $2 million gift to...

Academics Grants Faculty

Spelman College Announces 2026 Vision Project Initiative Awardees

21 April 2026

Funded by the Office of the Provost, the initiative provides resources for pilot projects during the 2026–2027 academic year, enabling...

Academics Students

Political Strategist Symone Sanders Townsend is the Spelman College 139th Commencement Speaker

20 April 2026

Spelman College is proud to announce that political and media powerhouse and MS NOW anchor Symone Sanders Townsend will deliver the keynote address...