There's still time to join us for the L'Hommedieu Lecture!

AADC Features Race & Gender Justice Activist 

Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | 7:00 PM |Trayes Hall |Douglass Student Center

The Rev. Naomi Tutu, daughter of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu, will deliver the 2023 L'Hommedieu Lecture, "Truth & Reconciliation: Healing Wounds." Join us for this compelling lecture with race and gender justice activist Rev. Tutu, who grew up in Apartheid South Africa, and will speak to today's issues and ways to speak our truths without judgment. The lecture is is made possible through the generosity of the late Frances Bradley L’Hommedieu ’26 and is free and open to the AADC community, the greater Rutgers community and the public.

AADC Launches New Website, Check it Out and Share with Your Alumnae Network!

Our new website was launched in September! Changes and improvements you will see on the modern site are: 

• Easier navigation and a better user experience 
• Refreshed digital presence with search, one—click access to information 
• Visuals and graphics to help improve navigation and accessibility 
• Mobile responsiveness on a smartphone or tablet to access the website supports search regardless of web browser (Google, Bing, Firefox, Safari)

We Would Like to Hear from You!

Calling all new and recent graduates and members of our Young Alumnae Network (YAN). We would love to hear from you! Please take a moment to tell us about what your travels, careers, pursuits and more. Follow aadc_youngalumnaenetwork on Instagram and click below to share your news!

Black Alumnae Network Theater Event

Limited Tickets are Limited

Deadline to Register is October 31

"Having Our Say" | 2:00 pm Performance

Talk Back Immediately Following with Director Laiona Michelle & Cast

Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the George Street Playhouse - New Brunswick, NJ

Adapted for the stage by Emily Mann, "Having Our Say" is an enthralling full-length play based on the bestselling book by Sarah (Sadie) Delany and Elizabeth (Bessie) Delany. This powerful production revolves around the remarkable lives of African-American sisters, Sadie and Bessie Delany, who both surpass the age of 100. Their extraordinary journey unfolds as they share their personal experiences, which include growing up as the daughters of a former slave who became a respected professor, establishing successful careers, and integrating a New York suburb.

The talkback after the performance includes Director Laiona Michelle, who is the creator and star of "Little Girl Blue: The Nina Simone Musical." She is also the book writer for "Mandela -The Musical" based on Nelson Mandela’s life, from his days as a leading activist against Apartheid to his imprisonment and eventual release.

Pride:

Virtual Discussion

Turbulence Together

AADC Pride Network Virtual Panel Discussion

Pride: "Turbulence Together"

Monday, December 4 | 6:30-7:30 pm ET |Via Zoom

AADC Pride Network Chair Winifred Quinn '86 invites all alumnae to this virtual discussion. We will discuss how we experience turbulence through the decades in the LGBTQ+ community, how we understand it, and how we can shape positive change together. Feminist Scholar Kay Turner '71, Ph.D., who is a folklorist, author, artist, and performer will moderate our discussion.

Virtual Fall 2023 Alumnae Council Meeting | Saturday, November 4, 2023 | 9:00 am ET | Zoom

Join us for the Virtual Fall 2023 Alumnae Council Meeting via zoom, beginning at 9:00 am. Meetings of the Council are held at least twice each fiscal year and are open to Alumnae Council Representatives and all active members of the Association. Alumnae who have contributed a minimum of $40 to the AADC are considered “active members” in the fiscal year in which the contribution is made and for the following fiscal year, as defined in the AADC Bylaws. Fall Alumnae Council is the business meeting of the Association. Please note that only Alumnae Council representatives who have signed a confidentiality agreement and are “active members” of the AADC are eligible to vote at the business meeting.

Share Your Expertise at Reunion! Present a Workshop

Mark your calendars! All alumnae and friends are invited to celebrate in person on campus at Reunion 2024 on Friday & Saturday, June 7-8. We will herald the Class of 1974 on its 50th Vanguard Reunion and Milestone Classes ending in 4s and 9s.

We are looking for volunteers to offer various workshops and activities at Reunion. Do you have talents and expertise to share in workshops about areas such as self-care, women's health, skin care, crafts, jewelry making, preserving/canning food, interior design and more? Previous workshops have included culinary arts, crafts, horticulture therapy, health, fitness, yoga, genealogy, and book talks, to name a few!

Submit your proposal via email to AADC Director of Alumnae Relations Lorrie DeLaney '18 at the AADC, lldelaney@douglassalumnae.org.

Join us at the next Reunion Planning Virtual Meeting

Monday, November 13, 2023 | 6:30 to 7:30 pm ET | via Zoom

Participate in this virtual meeting and share your suggestions to help make Reunion Weekend a spectacular celebration. Your voice matters!

Catch up on news from your classmates!

Enjoy catching up on news from classmates collected by Class Secretaries and published in our latest digital Fall 2023 AADC Class Notes for Alumnae & Friends. This issue also includes Milestone Reunion Class Photos, featuring the Vanguard Classes of 1973, who celebrated and commemorated it 50th Reunion!

Shop Online for AADC Merchandise!

Browse our AADC online store and choose from a variety of styles, including hoodie sweatshirts, T-shirts, sweat pants, duffle and tote bags, water bottles and more! Spread the word and enjoy our latest collection! Proceeds from the sale of products benefit the AADC. They support the traditional programs, dynamic new initiatives, programs and events offered through the AADC for alumnae and friends.

Want to Make an Impact? Support the AADC Annual Appeal

Create a ripple effect of generosity through our alumnae community this giving season by getting involved and supporting the AADC. Volunteer for our many impactful initiatives, participate in events and programs, and contribute directly by giving to the Annual Appeal.

Stay tuned for our Make an Impact Giving Tuesday campaign from November 4 to 28, and see how we all stand to make a difference! Contact Associate Director of Annual Giving Beata Souders to learn about other ways to give. With gratitude!

Call for 2024 AADC Alumnae Awards Nominations

Do you know an alumna or friend of the AADC deserving of recognition by the AADC? Submit an official Alumnae Awards nomination form or referral form to our AADC Alumnae Awards Committee. Deadline for submitting 2024 Alumnae Awards nominations is January 24, 2024. Please note that the deadline to submit nominations to be considered for the 2024 Society of Excellence is April 8, 2024.

Nomination Process is Open for AADC Board of Directors

Identifying and selecting candidates to serve on the AADC Board of Directors is critical to our success and leadership. We invite you to submit nominations for board officers by November 9, 2023; and for general members by January 11, 2024. Please see forms for details.

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