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A Message From Student Affairs

Welcome to the Division of Student Affairs where we are committed to the educational mission of Spelman College. Our partnership with faculty and staff across campus prepares students to become global citizens through meaningful out-of-class experiences and learning-centered environments.

We provide a dynamic and interactive campus community with a variety of diverse programs and services designed to enhance the personal growth and development of our students. Whether you reside on campus or commute to campus, your engagement in the life of the Spelman community will determine your success at Spelman and the quality of your college experience.

Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to cultivate a community of belonging and wellbeing that fosters confident, responsible, and accountable students committed to personal development and success.

Our Core Values

  • Care
  • Commitment
  • Integrity
  • Reliability
  • Trust

Spelman College has a proud legacy of cultivating women who demonstrate academic excellence, ethical leadership and a commitment to positive social change. Spelman offers an intellectually stimulating community that fosters a love of life-long learning, promotes global awareness, sparks a passion for bettering the world, and nurtures meaningful relationships both inside and outside the classroom.

Student Affairs Departments Dean of Students

We offer over 85 student organizations, and an active cultural community that has a variety of programs, events, activities, concerts, theater and dance productions presented by students, faculty, guest lecturers and entertainers. Students also develop leadership and organizational skills through involvement in student government, campus organizations, community service, and service on a variety of campus planning committees.

We hope you will take advantage of the numerous opportunities to get involved in our community and continue Spelman’s rich legacy of women in leadership.

Contact Info

Student Affairs

350 Spelman Lane, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30314
Manley Student Center, Upper Level

404-270-5138
studentaffairs@spelman.edu

Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Homecoming Student Events

Wednesday, Oct. 7

Kickoff Jam
Time: 7 p.m. -10 p.m.
Location: Spelman Oval

Thursday, Oct. 8

Fashion Show and Concert
Time: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Location: Morehouse College

Friday, Oct. 9

Market Friday
Time: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Spelman Oval

Yard Show at Market Friday
Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Spelman Oval

Meet Our Team

Jaray E. Mazique, Ed.D.
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs
jaraymazique@spelman.edu

Sylvia D. Maddox, Ph.D.
Dean of Students
smaddox@spelman.edu
404-270-5242

VACANT
Director of Community Engagement

Reginald Thomas
Statistical Data Analyst II
reginaldthomas@spelman.edu 

Melanie Crooke
Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs
404-270-5138
mcrooke@spelman.edu

Brittany Childs
Senior Administrative Assistant
brittanychilds@spelman.edu