A Message from the
Vice President for
Student Affairs
My Spelman Sisters,
On behalf of the dedicated staff of the Division of Student Affairs, I welcome you to the 2016–17
academic year. Whether you are a new student or a returning Spelmanite, the
Student Handbook
will
serve as a valuable resource during your matriculation.
Spelman College has a rich history and a legacy of educating leaders committed to academic and
personal excellence as well as moral and ethical leadership. The Spelman experience is designed to
empower the whole person, while developing and fostering an appreciation for the many cultures and
people of the world. Your time here is meant to challenge you, strengthen you, and leave you at the
end of your journey more capable and wiser about the world. Your choice to come here indicates your
choice to change the world. Spelman women are noted for their positive influence in the marketplace
and their communities. As a proud alumna of this great institution, I know firsthand the benefits of a
Spelman education.
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to Spelman’s mission. It is our vision to make the
out-of-class experience as educationally purposeful as the in-class experience. We do this by
supporting your intellectual, professional, and personal development. We provide a plethora of
co-curricular and experiential programs and services through a number of departments. For
residential and commuter students, your involvement in campus life will determine the quality of your
experience. We hope you will become engaged and contributing members of this community.
This handbook is designed to assist you in realizing the importance of mutual respect and
responsibility, while acquainting you with community standards and institutional traditions. It contains
pertinent information and instructions regarding campus organizations and resources. It also outlines
your rights and responsibilities and the expectations of members of the Spelman community. I
encourage you to read it in its entirety and allow it to provide guidance for a successful career at the
College.
My colleagues and I look forward to working with you during your time here. Best wishes for an
exciting, productive and successful year.
Sisterly,
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Darnita R. Killian, Ed.D.
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