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HBAS Atlanta Soul Brunch and Museum Trip

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:17:38 GMT

HBAS Atlanta Soul Brunch and Museum Trip
Start Date: 2-Aug-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 2-Aug-08 1:30 PM
Location: South City Kitchen - Midtown, Atlanta, Georgia 30309
Speaker:

Event Details:

Please join us for the annual HBAS Atlanta Soul Brunch at South City Kitchen located in Midtown Atlanta. Family and Friends are welcome to attend.

Price: $30 per person. Cash is appreciated (price includes meal, non-alcoholic beverages, tax, and gratuity).

For those who have extra time after the brunch, please join us as we view two of the High Museum of Art's inspiring new exhibits: Road to Freedom: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement, 1956–1968, and After 1968: Contemporary Artists and the Civil Rights Legacy.

Price: Free for Fulton County residents with ID and Museum Members. All others should contact Meredith Bell-Platts (MEBB@hotmail.com) to discuss pricing options.

South City Kitchen - Midtown

1144 Crescent Avenue

Atlanta, Georgia 30309

Mercedes Laing ’77 – Our Condolences

noemail@hbasonline.org — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:00:00 GMT

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Mercedes Laing, AB ‘77, died of cancer Tuesday, June 17, in Northwestern Memorial Hospital. At the time of her death, Ms. Worked at the Chicago Public Schools after leaving the law firm of Holland & Knight in Chicago, where she was a partner. She joined the firm after working as urban issues director for the late U.S. Sen. Paul Simon, where she was responsible primarily for monitoring urban education and school reform and identifying ways the federal government can help local schools. Ms. Laing's sister is her only immediate survivor. To read more about the life of Ms. Laing, please visit http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/southsouthwest/chi-hed-laing-19-jun19,0,7433470.story.

24-Jun-08 2:00 PM

Recruiting at Harvard - The President Got It Wrong (Op-Ed)

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 20:00:00 GMT

By: Akiba Smith Francis 00, MBA 04 The President has disappointed me – Harvard’s President, that is. In her Baccalaureate address on June 3, 2008, President Faust raised the issue of why so many Harvard students take jobs in the fields of consulting and finance after graduation and why so many of them find that fact troublesome. She cited a Harvard Crimson survey indicating that the Class of 2007 reported that 58 percent of men and 43 percent of women entering the workforce chose consulting and finance and even this year, in challenging economic times, the overall figure is 39 percent. The President’s response to her students’ concern was: I find myself in some ways less interested in answering your question than in figuring out why you are posing it. If finance is indeed the rational choice, [ostensibly because it pays well] why do you keep raising this issue with me? Why does this seemingly rational choice strike a number of you as not understandable, as not entirely rational, as...

5-Jun-08 4:00 PM

HBAS Monthly 8-May-08

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 08 May 2008 19:34:59 GMT

Welcome to the Harvard Black Alumni Society newsletter of upcoming events, articles, jobs and more from our membership. Calendar Events Articles Releases Calendar Events for 8-May-08 to 1-Aug-08 Black Mens Forum Annual Alumni Weekend Brunch Sponsor: Black Mens Forum Speakers Name: Day: Sun 11-May-08 12:00 PM Location: Society Coffee 2104 Fredrick Douglass Boulevard at 114th Street Harlem, NY ...

8-May-08 3:34 PM

David Rockefeller gives $100 million for Harvard Undergraduate Programs

noemail@hbasonline.org — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:00:00 GMT

David Rockefeller, a member of the Harvard College Class of 1936 and longtime University benefactor, has pledged $100 million to increase dramatically learning opportunities for Harvard undergraduates through international experiences and participation in the arts. Mr. Rockefellers is the largest gift from an alumnus in Harvards history. Harvard opened my eyes and my mind to the world, Mr. Rockefeller said. It was because of Harvards language requirement that I spent the summer of 1933 in Germany and saw firsthand the ominous rise of fascism. And it was at Harvard that I first studied art history. Harvard provided me with an intellectual framework to understand what I was seeing and experiencing that has stayed with me for my entire life. I have enjoyed working with President Faust in structuring this gift and I support her vision for Harvards future. In that context, I hope my gift will help enable future Harvard undergraduates to experience similar opportunities to learn about...

25-Apr-08 2:00 PM

Speaker at BSA Banquet Urges Attendees to Apply their Education to Social Change

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Honoring social activist Robert Lewis, Jr. and actress Gabrielle Union for their dedication to community outreach, the Harvard Black Students Association (BSA) hosted the third annual Crimson and Black Banquet on Friday in Leverett Dining Hall.

Lewis, a vice president of the nonprofit Boston Foundation, and Union, a vocal spokeswoman about sexual assault, discussed social change at the event, which celebrated the Black community’s achievements in community service.

“We really wanted people to see that even beyond Harvard, they could continue to be active and could continue to impact the community,” said BSA Arts and Entertainment Chair Brittany J. Walker-Meade ’10.

The event hosted approximately 175 undegraduates, alumni, and members of the greater Boston community, according to Sarah Lockridge-Steckel ’09, president of BSA.

Union’s closing address focused on her experience as a teenage rape victim. In her speech, Union stressed the importance of using personal fortune to help others. She said that her celebrity status has enabled her to make an impact on the fight against sex crimes.

Many audience members said that Union’s most thought-provoking statement came when she encouraged them to use their Ivy League educations as instruments for social change.

“Ok. What else ya got?” Union asked of the many tables of Harvard students. Failing to use a Harvard degree to help others was tantamount to not receiving one, Union said.

Aisha J. Dennis ’08, who founded and organized the first Crimson and Black Banquet in 2006, echoed Union’s words. “I operate in the philosophy that ‘To whom much is given, much more is expected,’” Dennis said. “My hope in creating this event was to inspire more of my peers to go on to be leaders in the continued struggle of the global black community

17-Apr-08 6:00 PM

Deshaun Hill and Harvard Stephens Scholarship 2008 Recipients Announced

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

The Deshaun Hill and Harvard Stephens Scholarship Fund is proud to announce that it has awarded 2 inaugural scholarships of $1,000 to Jean Junior ’09 and Darryl Finkton ’10. This tremendous step forward was made possible by the help of the greater Harvard community – people like you – and beyond Jean, a pre-medical student who has spent time studying in South Africa, is a junior in Lowell House concentrating in Sociology. On track to be Phi Beta Kappa, she has a near-perfect G.P.A. Darryl, a sophomore in Quincy concentrating in Neurobiology, is an excellent student, active in the Cambridge community and also juggles a busy schedule as a standout on the varsity basketball team. Both are dedicated to giving back to our community and are tremendous students who received exceptionally glowing recommendations from their academic advisors and house administrators. Each, coincidentally, plans to pursue careers in medicine aimed at improving the lives of the poor. Deshaun Hill and...

17-Apr-08 6:00 PM

Board of Overseers/HAA Board of Directors Election

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

HBAS warmly encourages you to vote in the upcoming Harvard Board of Overseers and Harvard Alumni Association Board of Directors elections. Please take advantage of this chance to significantly impact the University's future by reading the candidates' biographies and exercising your right to vote. Results will be announced at the HAA’s annual meeting on June 8, Commencement day. All Harvard degree holders, except Corporation members and officers of instruction and government, may vote for candidates in the elections. The candidates for election can be viewe online at http://harvardmagazine.com/2008/03/vote-now.html. HBAS wishes all of the candidates the best of luck and much success.

17-Apr-08 6:00 PM

Kuumba Comes to Chicago Tomorrow

noemail@hbasonline.org — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:50:36 GMT

THE HARVARD CLUB OF CHICAGO invites you to a concert by THE KUUMBA SINGERS of Harvard University Tuesday, March 25, 2008 Program:6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Walter Payton College Prep High School 1034 N. Wells, Chicago (Parking:LOT on Hill Street between Wells and Orleans) Organized in 1970 as a channel through which black students could direct their creative energies, the Kuumba Singers is now entering its 38th year as both an...

24-Mar-08 9:50 AM

Evelynn Hammonds Appointed Dean of Harvard College

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:45:00 GMT

he Harvard Black Alumni Society has the great pleasure to announce that Evelynn M. Hammonds, the Universitys Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity and the Barbara Gutmann Rosenkrantz Professor of the History of Science and of African and African American Studies in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, has agreed to take leadership as Dean of Harvard College. Evelynn exemplifies Harvards long-standing commitment to enhancing the already extraordinary educational experience of the remarkable students at the College. Hammonds has a distinguished record of service to Harvard University. In her position as Senior Vice Provost, she advises the Provost and President on faculty appointments and supports the recruitment and advancement of minorities and women. She also advises the Provost and President on issues related to the tenure process, reviews junior faculty and other term appointments, and oversees the administration of funds designated to facilitate appointments of...

5-Mar-08 11:45 AM

HBAS Atlanta Update

noemail@hbasonline.org — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Fresh off a very successful Kwanzaa celebration graciously hosted by Bill Alexander and Avarita Hanson, the Atlanta Chapter of HBAS is planning for an exciting new year. If you are interested in becoming involved with the local Atlanta chapter, please contact Meredith Bell-Platts at MEBB@hotmail.com We look forward to seeing you at these or other events this year. Cardinal & Crimson Mixer Please join the Atlanta Chapters of the Harvard Black Alumni Society and the Stanford Black Alumni Association, and Selena Cuffe (Stanford ’97, HBS ’03), President of Heritage Link Brands, for a Cardinal & Crimson Mixer on Thursday, February 21, 2008, at Rare Soul Tapas from 6 pm – 8 pm. Joining the mix will also be three black wine producers from South Africa, Beverly Farmer (Women in Wine), Vivian Kleynhans (African Roots), and Malmsey Rangaka (M’hudi Wines). Come and chill with old friends while making new ones (everyone is invited). Please RSVP (with number of guests) by February 19th. ...

12-Feb-08 3:00 PM

General Updates

noemail@hbasonline.org — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:00:00 GMT

Black Alumni Weekend 2009 We are pleased to announce that Heather Johnston ’86, Natalya Davis AB ’04 and Justin Alexander AB ‘03 will serve as Co-Chairs of the next Harvard Black Alumni Weekend. If you are interested in joining the Black Alumni Weekend planning committee, have feedback from previous Black Alumni Weekends, or would like to make a donation to the next Black Alumni Weekend, please feel free to contact Heather (heather@olympiapictures.com.), Natalya (natalya@post.harvard.edu) or Justin (justin.h.alexander@gmail.com) directly. Giving to HBAS – The HBAS Annual Fund Each year a number of alumni and friends pledge their commitment to the Harvard Black Alumni Society’s future by making a donation to the HBAS Annual Fund. Alumni donations to the Annual Fund make it possible to: maintain the HBAS website, coordinate the Black Alumni Mentoring Program, provide prospective students with copies of the HBAS Guide to Applying to Harvard College, and host activities and events...

General Information

noemail@hbasonline.org — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 14:00:00 GMT

Black Alumni Weekend 2009 We are pleased to announce that Heather Johnston ’86, Natalya Davis AB ’04 and Justin Alexander AB ‘03 will serve as Co-Chairs of the next Harvard Black Alumni Weekend. If you are interested in joining the Black Alumni Weekend planning committee, have feedback from previous Black Alumni Weekends, or would like to make a donation to the next Black Alumni Weekend, please feel free to contact Heather (heather@olympiapictures.com.), Natalya (natalya@post.harvard.edu) or Justin (justin.h.alexander@gmail.com) directly. Leadership Opportunities HBAS Student Affairs Chair- The Harvard Black Alumni Society is in search of an enthusiastic alumnus interested in joining the HBAS National Steering Committee as the HBAS Student Affairs Chair. The HBAS Student Affairs Chair will serve as a liaison between alumni and students at the College and the Professional Schools and will work with the Black Students Association Alumni Affairs Chair to oversee the Black Alumni...

HBAS Applying to Business School Guide Now Available

noemail@hbasonline.org — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:00:00 GMT

The Harvard Black Alumni Society (HBAS), announces the creation of its business school application guide. The guide was brought to us by mbaMission, a boutique consulting firm dedicated to maximizing candidates' changes of being admitted to the business school of their dreams. The guide is the second in a series of professional guides designed to help students and young alumni in their career development efforts. Please contact Akiba Smith-Francis at akiba@mbamission.com with any questions you might have.

Kuumba Comes to Philadelphia

noemail@hbasonline.org — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 20:00:00 GMT

Please join fellow HBAS members and the Harvard Club of Philadelphia

for a heartstopping performance of

The Brothers and Sisters of the Kuumba Singers

Thursday, March 29th

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

The Acorn Club

1519 Locust Street

Philadelphia, PA

Tickets are $20 for Harvard Club of Philadelphia members, $25 for non-members;

Please contact Beverly Molt at bmolt@aol.com or (215) 357-9035 for advance purchase

Tickets may also be purchased at the door

Post-concert dinner at the home of an alumnus/a

or post-concert cocktail reception

Location TBA

Black Alumni Weekend 2009

Fri, 30 May 2008 18:27:09 GMT

Join us on September 25-27, 2009 for "Reflecting Our Past, Envisioning Our Future: Black Artistic Expression at Harvard and Beyond."

More details coming soon.

For comments and questions about how to get involved, click here to email co-Chair Heather Johnston '86, or write hbasboston@yahoo.com.

Becoming a Member

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:48:47 GMT

Join the Harvard Black Alumni Society

The continued success of our organization depends on the support of our growing membership base. As of January 2007, HBAS membership dues have been removed. Membership is now free to all degree-holders of Harvard University. In addition to signing up for free membership, we invite you to make a donation to sponsor local activities, to support student programming, and to cover operational costs-mailing, printing, and professional services.

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Donations in any amount in excess of $50 are 100% tax deductible. The following categories based on class year should assist you in making your annual gift to HBAS

Classes before 1979	$500 +
Classes 1980-1989	$250-500
Classes 1990-1998	$100-250
Classes 1999-2004	$50-100

Please make checks payable to the Harvard Black Alumni Society and mail to: Harvard Black Alumni Society, c/o Chris-Tia Donaldson, 933 West Van Buren, Suite 415, Chicago , IL 60607. Donations in any amount greater than $50 are 100% tax deductible.

Join the Harvard Black Alumni Society

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:42:40 GMT

Free Membership

Membership in the Harvard Black Alumni Society is open to all degree holders of Harvard University and as of January 2007 is free. The Harvard Black Alumni Society does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, handicap, source of income, or status as a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran.

Please click on any of the links below for membership information:

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Giving to HBAS

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:41:18 GMT

Each year a number of alumni and friends pledge their commitment to the Harvard Black Alumni Society’s future by making a donation to the HBAS Annual Fund. Alumni donations to the Annual Fund make it possible to: maintain the HBAS website, coordinate the Black Alumni Mentoring Program, make resources such as the HBAS Guide to Applying to Harvard College available to prospective students, and host activities and events that bring alumni together for networking and fellowship. As we approach 2008, we are excited to launch several new initiatives which speak directly to our mission: Black Alumni Weekend 2009 - In order to ensure that this tradition continues, we need alumni volunteers to serve as members of the BAW Planning Committee. We also need alumni to pledge their continued financial support to HBAS to help finance this occasion. Public Service Fellowship - The HBAS Public Fellowship will be awarded to alumni who are making a difference in their communities and students...

Applying to Harvard Frequently Asked Questions

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 15:10:28 GMT

Whats the difference between undergraduate and graduate schools? Undergraduate refers to a program for students who are attending college in pursuit of their first degree, such as a bachelor of arts or science. Graduate refers to a program for students who have already received their bachelors degree and who are now seeking more advanced education in their field, such as a masters degree or doctorate. Whats the difference between Harvard College and Harvard University? Harvard College is a part of Harvard University focusing on educating undergradutes. It is part of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and offers programs in the liberal arts. Harvard University refers to the entire educational institution, including the undergraduate college, the graduate and professional schools, research centers, administration, and affiliates. A list of the schools and major academic units shows some of the hierarchical structure, as does an organizational chart. Im in high school and my dream is...

Student Resources

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 15:07:56 GMT

Applying to Harvard – Answers to some frequently asked questions on applying to Harvard College.

Black Alumni Mentoring Program – HBAS’s mentoring program aims to link current students and recent graduates with alumni mentors who can provide professional and personal guidance.

Graduate School Application Guides – Useful application guides for those considering applying to graduate school

On the Yard – A listing of upcoming undergraduate student group activities and recent news feeds from the Harvard Crimson.

On the Yard

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 14:38:05 GMT

"On The Yard" is a section dedicating to giving alumni a profile of upcoming activities and programs planned by various undergraduate student groups, including the Black Students Association. Please check back often as this section will give you a pulse of what is going on in campus.

For general news about Harvard, please visit our News section, which contains real-time articles from the Harvard Gazette.

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