MAY 14 - 18

Reunion

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A Praise Song for Spelman

MAY 14 - 18

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Reunion

2014

Reminisce with your sisters... Sisterhood Breakfast Ref lect on good times... Class Meetings

Reconnect with one another... Reunion Convocation

Revive school spirit... March Through the Alumnae Arch Rejoice... Baccalaureate & Commencement Remember... Spelman

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Regist rat ion Bonus! All registered Reunioners can attend the Leadership Conference for a discounted price! See page 11 for details.

Reunion 2014: A Praise Song for Spelman SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES FIRST STOP

SECOND STOP

1:00 pm – 8:00 pm Tenth Anniversary Leadership and Women of Color Conference 2014

10:00 am - 7:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14

THURSDAY, MAY 15 (CONT.) Cyber Café

THURSDAY, MAY 15

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Training Room Check your email, Facebook, and Twitter accounts, connect with Alumnae who could not make it to Reunion, make a gift to the College, surf the Web and relax.

7:00 am - 5:00 pm Tenth Anniversary Leadership and Women of Color Conference 2014

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Eat Better, Move More, Sleep Well... Live Better Over 60

Georgia International Convention Center (See page 11 for details)

SECOND STOP

Georgia International Convention Center (See page 11 for details)

10:00 am - 4:00 pm Museum of Fine Art Open House Cosby Center, First Floor Renée Stout: Tales of the Conjure Woman The exhibition features recent work by Washington, DC-based Renée Stout, who is best known for her exploration of latent retentions of African cultural traditions as manifested in contemporary America. The exhibition focuses on the artist’s assumed role of Fatima Mayfield through an array of works in various media.

10:00 am - 7:00 pm Reunion Registration Manley College Center, Upper Concourse

Golden Girl Class of 1964 Registration

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Board Room Special registration and gathering room for the 2014 Golden Girl Class of 1964.

Diamond Daughter Registration

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Board Room Special registration for Alumnae in classes celebrating reunions of 55 years or more, Classes of 1924-1959.

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Game Room The workshop is taught by Bernice Green, C’91, IT Project Manager, and Chavonne Shorter, Certified Personal Trainer. • Learn how to search the Web for healthy recipes and low impact exercise. • Demo exercises will be shown. Dress appropriately for low impact exercises.

5:00 pm - Until Class Activities

Various locations on and off campus

THIRD STOP FRIDAY, MAY 16

7:00 am - 5:00 pm Reunion Registration

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse

Golden Girl Class of 1964 Registration Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Board Room

Diamond Daughter Registration

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Board Room

Cyber Café

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse, Training Room

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SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES THIRD STOP

THIRD STOP

8:00 am - 9:30 am Sisterhood Breakfast

10:00 am - 5:00 pm Craft Zone

Manley College Center, Dining Hall & Atrium Celebrate sisterhood with your class and other reunioning Alumnae, and enjoy a wide array of delicious breakfast selections. (Breakfast is not guaranteed after 8:45 am)

Manley College Center, Upper Concourse An opportunity for children, ages 12 and under, to create crafts and Spelman memorabilia.

Guest Retreat

9:50 am - 11:00 am Reunion Convocation

Manley College Center, Lower Concourse A place to relax for registered guests.

FRIDAY, MAY 16 (CONT.)

Sisters Chapel President Beverly Daniel Tatum speaks to the state of the College followed by the program hosted, as tradition dictates, by the ten-year Class of 2004.

Immediately Following Convocation Parade of Classes

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Sisters Chapel Strut with your class from Sisters Chapel to your designated class picture location led by your Student Class Captain.

10:00 am – 4:00 pm Campus Tours (every hour)

Walk with Spelman Ambassadors to experience our 39-acre campus. Meet your tour guide and look for signs that say “campus tour” across from the Dorothy Shephard Manley Residence Hall. Tours will begin every hour on the hour.

Museum of Fine Art Open House Cosby Center, First Floor View the exhibition Renée Stout: Tales of the Conjure Woman.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm Vendors Market Manley College Center, Lower Concourse An exciting marketplace sponsored by the Atlanta and Decatur chapters of the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College (NAASC).

FRIDAY, MAY 16 (CONT.)

11:00 am - 1:00 pm Spelman Arts, Literature and Music Showcase Manley College Center, Upper Concourse A showcase of art, literature and music by reunioning Alumnae, College faculty and staff.

11:15 am - 12:45 pm Class Pictures

Locations: See page 6 for details Locations and times have been pre-assigned and are listed on page 6. (Included in registration packages)

College-Bound Information Session

Office of Admissions, Packard Hall, 3rd floor An information session on preparing for the college experience for girls, ages 12-18, who are guests of registered Alumnae.

Noon - 1:00 pm Blue Box Lunch

Manley College Center, Alma Upshaw Dining Hall (Included in registration packages)

12:30 pm - 1:50 pm Class Meetings

Locations: See page 6 for details

Go Green…Register online by visiting www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion

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SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES THIRD STOP

FRIDAY, MAY 16 (CONT.) 2:00 pm Reunion Competition Deadline

The deadline for making class contributions to be counted towards the Class Gift presentations. Class Gift presentations are made during Blue Note Banquet.

2:45 pm March Through the Alumnae Arch Campus Oval (Begins following Class Day) The Class of 2014 is led by Alumnae through the Alumnae Arch. • White attire, neutral-toned hose and black closed-toe shoes required.

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Golden Girl Class of 1964 Tea Reynolds Cottage An afternoon tea, especially for the Class of 1964, in celebration of their 50th reunion.

5:00 pm - Until Class Activities Various locations on and off campus

FOURTH STOP

SATURDAY, MAY 17 9:00 am Baccalaureate Campus Oval Open admission. Please identify yourself as an Alumna for special seating.

Noon - 4:00 pm Museum of Fine Art Open House Cosby Center, First Floor View the exhibition Renée Stout: Tales of the Conjure Woman .

FOURTH STOP

SATURDAY, MAY 17 (CONT.) 11:30 am - 2:00 pm National Alumnae Association of Spelman College (NAASC) Annual Meeting & Luncheon Manley College Center Atrium The NAASC conducts the annual business meeting and luncheon.

Noon - 5:00 pm Class Activities

Various locations on and off campus

5:30 pm - 6:50 pm Golden Girl Class of 1964 Blue Note Banquet Preparation 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Blue Note Banquet Hyatt Regency Atlanta A grand evening highlighted by the Golden Girl Class of 1964 Parade, Donor Recognition and the Reunion Class Gift Presentations. (Dinner is not guaranteed after 8:00 pm)

10:00 pm - Until Class Activities Various locations on and off campus

LAST STOP

SUNDAY, MAY 18 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Class Activities Various locations on and off campus

3:00 pm Commencement

Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC)

285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

(Ticket required) A limited number of Commencement tickets will be available for the registered reunioning Golden Girl Class of 1964 and registered reunioning Diamond Daughters. All other requests will be addressed on a first-come, first-serve basis based on Reunion registration and ticket availability. See page 7 for more information.

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CLASS PICTURES Friday, May 16, 2014 11:15 am - 12:45 pm

Class pictures will be taken according to the time slots listed below. Orders and payments for pictures can be placed on-site.

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TIME

GROUP A Location: Sisters Chapel

11:15 am 11:30 am 11:45 am 12:00 pm 12:15 pm 12:30 pm 12:45 pm

Class of 1964 Class of 1924, 1929, 1934, 1939, 1944 Class of 1949 & 1954 Class of 1959 Class of 1969 Class of 1974 Designated Photos

GROUP B Location: Manley College Center Plaza Class of 2009 Class of 2004 Class of 1999 Class of 1994 Class of 1989 Class of 1984 Class of 1979

Class pictures are included in the Reunion registration package. For other purchases, contact: Curtis McDowell Photography Phone: 678.410.6504 • E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.curtismcdowell.com

CLASS MEETINGS Friday, May 16, 2014 • 12:30 pm - 1:50 pm

Share individual and class updates, ideas and suggestions Final call for class gifts Begin planning for Reunion 2019

Class meetings will be held in the locations listed below. CLASS LOCATION Class of 1924, 1929, 1934, 1939, 1944, 1949: Science Center - 1st Floor - Conference Room 150 Class of 1954: Sisters Chapel - Prayer Room Class of 1959: Science Center - 1st Floor - Classroom 145 Class of 1964: Manley Center - Upper Concourse - June Gary Hopps Atrium Class of 1969: Cosby Center - 1st Floor - Classroom 103 Class of 1974: Cosby Center - Lower Level - Classroom 31 Class of 1979: Cosby Center - Lower Level - Classroom 32 Class of 1984: Cosby Center - 3rd Floor - Classroom 326 Class of 1989: The Suites - Private Dining Room Class of 1994: Science Center - 2nd Floor - Classroom 233 Class of 1999: Science Center - 1st Floor - Auditorium (Classroom 135) Class of 2004: Cosby Center - 1st Floor - Auditorium Class of 2009: Science Center - 2nd Floor - Classroom 232

Go Green…Register online by visiting www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion

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REUNION REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION MATERIALS: You will receive your Reunion registration materials at registration check-in onsite. Registered reunioning Alumnae unable to attend Reunion can make arrangements for materials to be picked up by a classmate or another Alumna from the registration area. PAYMENT CANCELLATIONS AND TRANSFERS: Cancellations and transfers must be received in writing no later than May 1, 2014, and are subject to a $50 processing fee. After this date, all registrations, including “no-shows,” are subject to the full registration fee. Please allow a minimum of eight weeks after the conclusion of reunion for refunds to be processed. ONLINE GIVING: Credit card gifts using VISA, MasterCard or AMEX can be made online by visiting www.spelman.edu and clicking on “Make A Gift” link. HOST HOTEL: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, 265 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303. Single, double, triple, and quadruple room rates are $139 per night +15% hotel tax. For reservations call 404.592.6464 or 888.421.1442. Please identify yourself as a Spelman College Alumna calling for the Spelman Reunion room block. To make reservations online, visit the following link: www.atlantaregency.hyatt.com. Rooms and rates are guaranteed until 11:59 pm on April 24, 2014. TRANSPORTATION: Shuttle transportation between the College and the host hotel will be provided to registered reunioners.

COMMENCEMENT: A limited number of Commencement 2014 tickets will be available for the registered reunioning Golden Girl Class of 1964 and registered reunioning Diamond Daughters. All other requests will be addressed on a first-come, first-serve basis based on Reunion registration waitlist and ticket availability. For immediate placement on the Commencement ticket waiting list, please visit www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion and look for the “Commencement” section along with the “click here” link or call the Reunion Hotline at 404.270.5064. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: If you require a wheelchair, please make sure you arrange to have someone escort you to Reunion activities. Wheelchairs can be rented from: Trans Alliance Med & Drugs. Please contact Oliver Nwabude at 770.992.9940, send an email to info@talmd. com, or visit their website at www.talmd.com.

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REUNION HOTLINE: Call the Reunion Hotline at 404.270.5064, send an e-mail to reunion@ spelman.edu. or go to www.spelman.edu/ reunion for more information. Messages left on the hotline or via e-mail will be returned within 48 hours, during the business week. Because of this 48 hour timeframe, please note that waiting until the registration deadline to leave a message regarding a technical issue runs the risk of paying the on-site registration fee. It is highly recommended that you register well in advance in order to take advantage of the best rates. NATIONAL ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION OF SPELMAN COLLEGE (NAASC): To pay for the NAASC Annual Meeting & Luncheon and membership dues, go to www.naasc.org for more information.

Regist rat ion Bonus! All registered Reunioners can attend the Leadership Conference at a discount!

Reunion 2014: A Praise Song for Spelman REUNION REGISTRATION INFORMATION All registrations will receive an e-mail or mailed confirmation.

REUNION REGISTRATION:

$275 IN ADVANCE (BY APRIL 30, 2014) Registration • Reunion Badge • Signature Tote Bag • Souvenir Journal • Reunion Gifts • Blue Box Lunch* • Class Pictures • Transportation between Spelman and Host Hotel

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$300 ON-SITE (AFTER APRIL 30, 2014)

Events • Sisterhood Breakfast* • Reunion Convocation • Class Meetings • March Through the Alumnae Arch • Golden Girl Tea (Class of 1964 Only) • Baccalaureate • Blue Note Banquet* • Commencement

Activities • Spelman Arts, Literature & Music Showcase • NAASC Vendors Market • College-Bound Session • Campus Tour • Museum Admission

C’2009 ROOKIE REUNIONERS REGISTRATION FEE $225 IN ADVANCE (By April 30, 2014) I $275 ON-SITE (After April 30, 2014)

GUEST REGISTRATION: $125

(NON-REUNIONING ALUMNAE, FAMILY AND FRIENDS ONLY)

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Registration • Blue Box Lunch* • Transportation between Spelman and Host Hotel Events • Guest Retreat (Breakfast included) Lower Manley

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Reunion Convocation March Through the Alumnae Arch Baccalaureate Blue Note Banquet*

Activities • Spelman Arts, Literature & Music Showcase • NAASC Vendors Market • College-Bound Session • Campus Tour • Museum Admission

Custom packages are not available. *Reunion badge or guest ticket required for entry.

THREE WAYS TO REGISTER: 1. Go Green…Register online by visiting www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion 2. Fax your registration form to the Office of Alumnae Affairs at 404.270.5050 (Fax) 3. MAIL your registration form with a CHECK, MONEY ORDER or CREDIT CARD payment(s) to: Spelman College Reunion 2014 350 Spelman Lane, SW Box 304 Atlanta, Georgia 30314-4399 PLEASE REGISTER BY APRIL 30. Online Registration is now open and will close May 11, 2014, 12:00 midnight. On-site Registration will open on May 15, 2014, 10:00 am and will close May 16, 2014, 5:00 pm.

Go Green…Register online by visiting www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion

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REUNION 2014 REGISTRATION FEES (Custom packages are not available.)

** PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT “YES” BELOW TO ACKNOWLEDGE USE OF THE PAYMENT PLAN. OTHERWISE YOUR CARD WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL REGISTRATION FEE **

by April 30 After April 30 & On-site REUNION REGISTRATION: $275 $300 Quantity: ______ Subtotal $ _______ ROOKIE RELIEF C’2009: $225 $275 Quantity: ______ Subtotal $ _______ GUEST REGISTRATION: $125 $125 (Non-Reunioning Alumnae, Family & Friends only) Quantity: ______ Subtotal $ _______ NAASC Annual Meeting and Luncheon: Send a separate check to NAASC: $32 Due Dates

Total Amount Due $ ______

REUNION PAYMENT PLAN: Rookie Relief Amount Due Reunion Registration Amount Due

January 31, 2014 $50 $75 February 28, 2014 $50 $50 March 15, 2014 $50 $50 March 30, 2014 $50 $50 April 30, 2014 $25 $50 Full balance due by April 30th.

r Yes, sign me up for the payment plan. Note: If you would like to pay more than the minimum, please enter the “payment amount” below: r Yes, I plan on attending the Women of Color Conference (WOC). Note: Upon registering for Reunion, a special code will be shared by the Office of Alumnae Affairs to receive the discount (registered reunioners: $100). Go to www.spelmanwomenofcolorconf.com to register with the special code. Please do not include WOC payment with Reunion Registration. See more details, including payment deadlines, on page 11. r No, I cannot attend Reunion, but I would like to make a gift to the College. Note: Please enter amount in “Total Amount Due” below:





Total Amount Due $ _______ Payment Plan (enter amount) ($ _______) Balance Due $ _______

Your registration will be processed once full payment has been received. Reunion registration materials must be postmarked by the registration deadline, April 30, 2014. REUNION REGISTRATION r CHECK: A check or money order in the amount of $___________________ is enclosed, made payable to Spelman College. (Please include in the memo section “Reunion Registration Fees” and a home phone number on all checks or money orders. Please include a separate check for your class gift.)

r CREDIT CARD: Please charge my credit card in the amount of $______________________ Indicate Type: q Visa q MasterCard q American Express Card No. ___________ / ___________ / ___________ / ___________ CV CODE # __________ You have the option of calling in your credit card information to 404.270.5048.

Exp. Date (Month/Year): ____ /_______ Total Amount Due $ ___________________________ Name as it appears on card: ______________________________________________________ Cardholder’s Signature Required __________________________________________________ ANNUAL GIVING/CLASS GIFT r CHECK: Yes! A separate check or money order in the amount of $___________________ is enclosed, made payable to Spelman College. (Please include your class year in the memo section and a home phone number on all checks or money orders.) r CREDIT CARD: Yes! Please charge the above credit card in the amount of $____________ ONLINE GIVING: Credit card gifts can be made online by visiting www.spelman.edu and clicking on the “Make A Gift” link. r MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITY: My company (or my spouse’s company) matches gifts. Enclosed is the matching gift form. MEAL SELECTION Please make all menu selections by Wednesday, April 30, 2014: BLUE BOX LUNCH SELECTIONS Friday, May 16, 2014

Food

Attendee

Drink Attendee

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

r Reunioner r Guest

Coke

r Reunioner r Guest

Grilled Chicken Wrap

r Reunioner r Guest

Diet Coke

r Reunioner r Guest

Grilled Tofu Salad

r Reunioner r Guest

Sprite

r Reunioner r Guest

Turkey Wrap

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Water

r Reunioner r Guest

BLUE NOTE BANQUET MENU Saturday, May 17, 2014 If you have a dietary restriction, please select one of the following menu items:

Food Attendee Vegetarian

r Reunioner r Guest

Chicken

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Fish

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If there are additional guests based on your registration, please include a separate list of selections with your registration.

Go Green…Register online by visiting www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion

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REUNION 2014 PAYMENT INFORMATION

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“Twenty-First Century Leadership: Leading Forward” Georgia International Convention Center May 14-15, 2014 Join us as we celebrate a decade of leadership influence, recognize game changers and deliver blueprints from business power brokers. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with key brand influencers! For more information, a preliminary schedule and to register, please visit www spelmanwomenofcolorconf.com or call 866.845.0999. LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES

EARLY BIRD (Oct. 17-Jan. 6, 2014)

General Attendee Alumnae Registered Reunioning Alumnae

ADVANCE (Jan. 7-Apr. 21, 2014)

$450 $300 $100

LATE (Apr. 22 and later)

$550 $600 $400 $450 $100 $100

2014 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Please note that this schedule is subject to change.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Pre-Conference: “A Decade of Success” 12:00-1:45pm 2:00-3:00pm 3:15-4:00pm

LUNCHEON: Game Changers: A Decade of Success WORKSHOPS: Intimate Conversations with Game Changers GENERAL SESSION: How to Get the Most out of the Conference

4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm 6:00-8:00pm 8:00-9:00pm

OPENING GENERAL SESSION DAY ONE Leading Forward: Where Do We Go from Here? NETWORKING AWARDS DINNER: Tenth Anniversary Legacy of Leadership Awards Dinner A BIRTHDAY PARTY! Tenth Anniversary Celebration

7:00-9:00am 9:00-10:15am 10:25-11:30am 11:45am-1:15pm 1:15-2:30pm 2:45-3:45pm 4:00-5:00pm

BREAKFAST: Leading Forward: Conversation with the Founders OPENING GENERAL SESSION DAY TWO Leading Forward: Shared Values and Collaborative Innovation MEDIA PANEL: Leading Forward: The Responsibility of Our Voices LUNCHEON: Leading Forward: Women, Advocacy and Policy SPONSOR WORKSHOPS: Leading Forward: Strategies and Skills for Twenty-first Century Leadership GENERAL SESSION: Leading Forward: Frameworks for Moving Forward CLOSING GENERAL SESSION: Leading Forward: This Is What I Know

Conference: “Leading Forward”

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Please register and for more information please visit: www.spelmanwomenofcolorconf.com

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OFFICE OF ALUMNAE AFFAIRS 350 SPELMAN LANE, SW BOX 304 ATLANTA, GA 30314-4399

Reunion 2014: A Praise Song for Spelman

www.spelman.edu/alumnae/reunion