History
Spelman was founded in...
1881
What is the oldest organization on Spelman's campus?
When was it founded?
The Granddaughter's club!
This Spelman graduate and political leader made history as the first African-American female major party gubernatorial nominee in the United States.
Stacey Abrams
The orignal name for the wellness center is...
Read Hall
Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary
What do seniors do that no other undergads on campus can?
Walk through the arch!
This honorary degree recipient is a well known media executive, actress, talk show host, television producer, and philanthropist.
Oprah Winfrey
What is the common name for the library?
Club Woody
These two women, one from Massachusetts and one from Maine, are credited with founding Spelman Seminary in 1881.
Sophia B. Packard and Harriet E. Giles
What is the difference between Alumna and Alumnae?
Alumna is singular and Alumnar is plural.
Who was the first Alumnae president of Spelman?
Aubrey F. Manley
What is the actual name for the library?
Robert W. Woodruff Library
How long has Spelman been the #1 HBCU?
18 years!!!
"May peace with thee abide, and God forever guide..."
"Thy heights supreme and true."
This acclaimed author and activist, a graduate of Spelman College, won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for her novel The Color Purple.
Alice Walker
How many buildings are there on campus?
26
When was the first organized reunion of Spelman graduates?
1915
When was the first Miss Spelman Crowned?
1983
A distinguished alumna of Spelman College, this businesswoman has held prominent CEO positions at companies like Walgreens Boots Alliance and Starbucks.
Roz Brewer
This building used to be a dorm but no longer is used as one...
Packard