Spelman Class
of 1976
Spelman College 50th Reunion
Celebration
May 13, 2026 - May 17, 2026
We are very excited to invite you to join your classmates to witness history! Our 50th Reunion from your alma mater, Spelman College, is fast approaching and we will celebrate with a tremendous amount of gratitude and appreciation. What we have planned for Reunion 2026 will be unforgettable!
Our reunion class activities are being planned by the C'76 Activities committee and will be finalized in advance of 2026. Our monthly class meetings and this website will provide an opportunity for final updates and information. We need all classmates to watch your email inbox to get our meeting schedule and details. If you are not receiving emails, please contact us at deniseskygirl@gmail.com. Also, please pay your dues and continue to make your donations which will count towards our reunion class gift. You can see our class flyer by downloading here.
Note these important Dates:
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Reunion Registration open until April 1, 2026
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Class List Clean Up - April 5, 2026
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Reunion Registration Transfers - April 22, 2026
Details regarding class gifts and awards will be shared at upcoming class meetings.
Reunion Schedule
Event Lineup (Updated on 5-14-2026)
Join us for an exciting schedule of events designed to foster connections and memories. Mark your calendars and prepare to celebrate together with old friends!
Registration
Get Registered
Registration is officially OPEN!
An email was released on Saturday, November 1, 2025 with a custom registration link from Alyson Shumpert Dorsey, C'2002, office of the Alumnae Engagement powered by Cvent. Please do not forward that email to classmates. It is linked to your personal registration.
If you have classmates who are not receiving our Reunion Invitation, please ask them to email the following to reunion@spelman.edu:
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Name:
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Class year (C'76 or 1976):
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Phone:
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Address:
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
At Georgia International Convention Center (GICC)
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Early Check-in, T-Shirt & Wristband Distribution - Italian Suite*
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Blutique
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Rest Area and Beverage Break
*Participation in class-organized events is reserved for Class of 1976 members who are current with their class dues.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
At Georgia International Convention Center (GICC)
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Check-in & Vendors Market
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sisterhood Brunch/Convocation (Business Casual, suggested shades of Blue)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Arts, Music, and Literature Showcase
2:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Golden Girl meetup immediately following Convocation
At Other Locations
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
C'76 Golden Girl Mix and Mingle - Private Home with pool, hottube, refreshments. T-Shirts will be distributed during the first hour. (Casual and poolside attire) *
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Donor Reception (Invitation Only)
*Participation in class-organized events is reserved for Class of 1976 members who are current with their class dues. Transportation from GICC Hotels to the Mix and Mingle is included in class dues. Departure time from the Marriott Gateway promptly at 4:30 pm from the front door of the main lobby. Please wear your provided wristband.
Friday, May 15, 2026
At Spelman College
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Campus Tours
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Check-in
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Blue Box Lunch (Delivered to the Class Meeting Room)
11:45 am to 12:00 pm
Class Photos - Front Steps of Sisters Chapel (There will be a brief Memorial activity immediately following the class photo)
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Class Meeting (T-Shirt distribution at start of meeting) - June Gary Hopps Atrium, Manley Center
3:00 pm
March Through the Arch
5:00 pm
Golden Girl Tea (Class of 76 Only) June Gary Hopps Atrium, Manley Center
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Morehouse/Spelman reception hosted by Class of 76' Morehouse Brothers
at The Retreat by the Gathering Spot, 1115 Howell Mill Road, NW, Atlanta
Cash bar & Hors d'oeuvres
Saturday, May 16, 2026
At Georgia International Convention Center (GICC)
10:00 am
Baccalaureate (Location to be determined)
Varies
Class Activities (Various time and locations, no Golden Girls planned)
4:00 pm
True Blue Gala Golden Girl Rehearsal
6:00 pm
True Blue Gala Golden Girl Photo and Pre-Reception
8:00 am to 9:00 am
NAASC Breakfast Marriott Gateway ($10 members/ $20 nonmembers)
6:00 pm
Pre Gala Reception for all TrueBlue Gala Ticket Holders
7:00 pm
True Blue Gala (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Sunday, May 17, 2026
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Golden Girl Brunch (Atlanta Breakfast Club, 249 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta)*
Please note that the time has changed for the brunch from 10 to 9:30 am with transportation leaving promptly at 9:00 am
At Georgia International Convention Center (GICC)
2:30 pm to Conclusion
Commencement
Limited tickets available with preference for Reunioning Golden Girl, Diamond Daughters and all 2026 Reunioners. Reserved seating is designated for Reunioning Golden Girl and Diamond Daughters. All other alumnae seating is open seating.
*Participation in class-organized events is reserved for Class of 1976 members who are current with their class dues. Transportation is provided and will depart from the Marriott Gateway promptly at 9:00 am from the front door of the main lobby. Please wear your provided wristband. The menu for the brunch includes:
Crispy Fried Chicken & Waffles
Salmon Croquettes
Shrimp & Grits
Southern Breakfast
Omelette Entree
Coffee, tea, juice