![Entrepreneurs Commiserate & Celebrate: Friday, September 23]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662771652/wellesleyedu/orx9bxclcsvndgpizicj/Entrep_Sept23.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662771652/wellesleyedu/orx9bxclcsvndgpizicj/Entrep_Sept23.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662771652/wellesleyedu/orx9bxclcsvndgpizicj/Entrep_Sept23.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1662771652/wellesleyedu/orx9bxclcsvndgpizicj/Entrep_Sept23.png","width":861}])
Whether you’re in the ideation phase or the growth phase, join us for a virtual lunch to connect with other WAAD members in the entrepreneurship space.
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
![WAAD & WCAB Book Event Meet-up: Friday, September 23]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1662443847/wellesleyedu/qfpvhoseks12hsehxj7r/JG_DrunkLove.png","width":1918}])
New York Times Bestselling Author Jasmine Guillory '97 is on another awesome book tour! Join WAAD and WCAB for this Book Event Meet-up.
Featured Event
![Literary Circle: Sunday, September 25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1662421064/wellesleyedu/bbrxtydf2tp0dhorsc5v/NMay_Wahala.png","width":1920}])
An incisive and exhilarating debut novel of female friendship following three Anglo-Nigerian best friends and the lethally glamorous fourth woman who infiltrates their group.
Latest News
Featured News
![Honoring the Trailblazers - Virginia Spottswood Simon '42]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1657261631/wellesleyedu/vcbwpss8evmdxytavhg0/image_from_ios-1.jpg","width":240}])
One of the exciting parts of our recent Annual Meeting was the celebration of WAAD alumna Virginia Spottswood Simon '42. Her story is truly inspiring to all of us!
Recent
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Wellesley Alumnae Achievement Awards for 2022!
![Help Recruit Class of 2027 and Beyond!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600303082/wellesleyedu/gphm7rlx76d0x4exh23k/Ethos50thYouth.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600303082/wellesleyedu/gphm7rlx76d0x4exh23k/Ethos50thYouth.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600303082/wellesleyedu/gphm7rlx76d0x4exh23k/Ethos50thYouth.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600303082/wellesleyedu/gphm7rlx76d0x4exh23k/Ethos50thYouth.jpg","width":960}])
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
WAAD is...Around the World - Summer 2022
WAAD & WLAN 19th Annual High Tea
Reunion 2022
Welcome Class of 2022!
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 2021