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Get some spring in your step at our popular monthly virtual chat!
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 of African descent from all class years and across the diaspora are welcome to join us. We look forward to bringing everyone together and sharing Wellesley bonds.
Upcoming Events
Featured Event
![book cover with photo of Dovery Johnson Roundtree]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651100300/wellesleyedu/yfxcmaqlxiqhqmec3yxj/mightyjustice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651100300/wellesleyedu/yfxcmaqlxiqhqmec3yxj/mightyjustice.jpg","width":267}])
In Mighty Justice, trailblazing African American civil rights attorney Dovey Johnson Roundtree recounts her inspiring life story that speaks movingly and urgently to our racially troubled times.
Latest News
Featured News
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Wellesley Alumnae Achievement Awards for 2022!
Recent
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Check out this e-book to learn more about Wellesley trailblazers - from 1880's through 1950's, including the stories of several Black alumnae.
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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, and West regions.
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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.
Photo Galleries
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!
