Spelman seeks to empower the total person who appreciates the many cultures of the world and commits to positive social change.

Spelman College is a private, independent, liberal arts, historically Black college for women, founded in 1881. Our goals include integrating and globalizing learning, teaching creatively and rigorously, leading from our authentic core, living sustainably, improving ourselves continuously, and collaborating to better our city’s quality of life. These ambitious GOALS and others build on our accomplishments as the premier historically Black college for women and one of the finest institutions for undergraduate education nationwide.

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