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Need a break from the holiday and end-of-year rush? Miss gathering in Harambee House with friends? Join us for our popular monthly virtual conversation - Harambee Online!
Welcome to Wellesley Alumnae of African Descent
Connect with each other and the College based our common identities and shared experiences at Wellesley and in the world . Alums from all class years are welcome to join us. We look forward to bringing everyone together and sharing Wellesley bonds.
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Alumnae play an important role in Admissions. Students of all backgrounds can attest to the influence an alum had on their decision to apply to and attend Wellesley. And we know how crucial the connections with alumnae of color can be to Black, Native American and Latina prospects.
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Read President Johnson's letter to the Wellesley Community announcing the appointment of C. Meshia Thomas, currently Chief of Police at Virginia Union University, as the Director of Public Safety
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Local engagement is a cornerstone of WAAD, and our Regional Representatives are key to making that happen. We’re looking for alums to step forward in the New England, Northeast, Central, South, and West regions.
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Fellowships and scholarships provide exciting opportunities for alumnae to explore and deepen their academic, personal and professional interests in the U.S. and abroad.
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Harambee House Senior Reception & Stole Ceremony 2021
Fall 2019
Reunion 2019
Worldwide WAAD Month 2019
Fall 2018
Summer Fun!
Reunion 2018
Ethos 50th Anniversary Weekend
Inauguration of Paula A Johnson as President of Wellesley College
Election Night 2016 Watch Parties
WAAD in Washington Sunday Potluck
Summer Fun!
World Wide WAAD Day 2015
Group Photo
WAAD Night at the Movies: Hidden Figures
WAAD at the Women's March 2017
Worldwide WAAD Month 2017
Reunion 2017 - Vol 2
Reunion 2017
Senior Night 2017
Wellesley Weekend 2017
Reunited…And It Feels So Good! Reunion Weekend 2014
Reunion 2021Welcome Class of 2020!
