In the coming months, the Black Alumni Council wishes to publish a directory of Black Alumni from The College of Wooster. The College of Wooster Black Alumni Directory will be available to all Black alumni, and to all students. Please help us build a strong directory of active Black alumni by completing the form below and returning it to the Office of Alumni Relations at The College of Wooster. You may fax the form to 330 263-2250, e-mail to alumni@wooster.edu or you may print the form and return it to the address below.

» BAC Directory Questionnaire

The Black Alumni Council is a Special Interest group of the Alumni Association. The purpose of the Black Alumni Council is:

To improve the Black experience at The College of Wooster
To enhance the opportunities available to Blacks who attend The College of Wooster, both before and after graduation
To create a vehicle for on-going communication and interaction among Black Alumni

» BAC By-Laws

Black Alumni Council Meeting - Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008

» Invitation

Black Alumni Reunion- Homecoming 2007

Thank you to everyone who returned to campus during Homecoming for the Black Alumni Reunion! It was a wonderful way to catch up with friends and to meet new ones. We hope to see you on campus again soon!

» Schedule of Events for Black Alumni Reunion

» Homecoming Photos

Black Alumni Council

A Seat at the Table
the Black Alumni Campaign for The College of Wooster

Dear Fellow Alum,

As you may already know, The College of Wooster has set a goal of raising $122 million by June 2007 through a drive called Independent Minds: the Campaign for Wooster. The Independent Minds Campaign is different from The Wooster Fund. Although The WoosterFund is part of the effort, it involves other goals like building renovations and endowments. A full explanation of the Independent Minds: the Campaign for Wooster can be found at http://www.wooster.edu/campaign/overview.php.

One of the first thoughts that went through our minds when the campaign went "on the road" was how do we assure "a seat at the table" so that Black students can benefit from this fund raising effort when the money is being allocated? The answer is simple — we as Black alumni must give money to establish endowment funds that will benefit current and future Black students at The College of Wooster.

We are pleased to announce "A Seat at the Table," the Black Alumni Council's campaign for The College of Wooster. The goal of "A Seat at the Table" is to raise a minimum of $200,000 to support current endowments like the Theodore Williams Scholarship Fund and the Clarence B. Allen Scholarship Fund as well as to establish three library endowment funds and a program fund to improve the lives of Black students at The College of Wooster.

» Read more

» A Seat at the Table Campaign Form

Recent News and Announcements

» BAC Fall 2006 Recruitment Letter from Admissions

Looking For Black Alumni
Do you know alumni who may be interested in the Council but have not received our mailings or emails? Do you need to update your contact information? Please send the Alumni Center updated addresses and e-mail addresses for additions to our contact list. Please send any announcements (i.e., births, jobs, etc.) to Rorie Harris (rornic26@aol.com) as well.

If you are interested in learning more about BAC events or would like to get involved in planning, please contact any of the BAC Board Members. For a copy of the meeting minutes please contact Rorie Harris ‘99 at rornic26@aol.com.

» Message to all Black Alumni

Black Alumni Council’s Board and Liaisons

President – Jennifer A. Smith ‘83

I graduated from Wooster in 1983 with a major in history and a minor in speech communications. While at Wooster, I served as vice president and parliamentarian of BSA. I was a radio announcer for WCWS, a yearbook photographer, a member of Hall Council, and a participant in the Washington Semester Program. I was also active in Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Wooster.

After graduating from Wooster, I returned to my hometown of Baltimore and attended University of Maryland School of Law. Upon graduation, I served as a law clerk for Judge William O. Carr and later joined the Office of the Public Defender for the State of Maryland. Subsequently, I left the practice of law to attend the University of Michigan School of Business Administration where I received an MBA in Finance and International Business.

After graduation, I moved to Washington, DC and practiced civil law prior to entering the policy arena. In terms of public policy, I have worked for the Council of the District of Columbia and the United States Congress on several issues including economic development, banking, housing, welfare reform, and healthcare. Currently, I am the Assistant Chief Council for Economic Regulation and Banking for the Office of Advocacy at the US Small Business Administration, where I specialize in regulatory and legislative policy.

President-Elect – Reggie Mathews ‘84

I graduated from the College of Wooster in 1983 with a major in Psychology and a minor in Religion. While at Wooster I participated in the Black Student Association and in the Wooster Christian Fellowship. After graduation I worked as the Kittredge Manager and later as the Lowry Center Service Manager. I currently work as an Administrative Assistant with Aetna Insurance in Columbus, Ohio.

Admissions Liaison – Will Torres ‘05

Hello. My name is Will Torres and I am originally from Lorain, Ohio. I graduated from the College of Wooster in 2005 with a double major in English and Black Studies (now known as Africana Studies). While at Wooster, I played varsity football, served as a member of the Judicial Board, worked in the Admissions office, served on the editorial board of the Wooster Voice as well as the executive board for the Black Student Association. I was also proud to president of Men of Harambee- Undergraduate Chapter. In my spare time, I drew political cartoons for the Wooster Voice and dj'ed at out local night club, the Underground.

After Wooster, I traveled for a few months and found a job with Oberlin City Schools back in Ohio. I currently work for Oberlin City Schools as the college counselor helping students from grades 5-12 with ACT/SAT test prep, college searching/visits, mentoring, scholarships, and financial aid. I also work as the assistant director for a not-for-profit, college access program called the Ninde Scholars Program which targets first-generation college students. I also coach middle school basketball and help run a recycling program for youths. I continue my involvement with the College of Wooster and its community by having membership in Black Alumni Council and serving on the Men of Harambee - Alumni Chapter Executive Board.

Activities Liaison - M. Amma Addo '04

My name is Amma Addo. I graduated from Wooster in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. After graduation, I moved to Washington, DC to work at the George Washington University first in the Community Living and Learning Center as an Assistant Community Director. I am currently an Assistant Director with GW Housing Programs working primarily with student employment and marketing. I am also pursuing a master’s degree in Higher Education Administration with a focus on Students Affairs on a part-time basis from the George Washington University.

Career Development Liaison – Alicia Scarborough ‘05

Information on Alicia Scarborough will be available soon.

Retention and Student Life Liaison - Gabrielle Caldwell ‘04

Originally from Shaker Heights, OH, Gabrielle came to the College of Wooster as an Allen Scholar in August 2000. While at Wooster, she served on several boards including the Women of Images, Black Students' Association, Student Government Association, and Campus Council. During her time at Wooster she worked in the Office of Admissions as a Tour Guide Coordinator and Admissions Counselor's Assistant. Academically, Gabrielle majored in Business Economics, and spent one semester in Philadelphia, PA working with the Philadelphia Eagles - an internship provided by the Philadelphia Center off campus study. Summer internships included Key Bank, and IMG sports marketing group. Through these internship experiences, Gabrielle solidified her junior and senior independent study projects.

After graduating from Wooster in 2004, Gabrielle returned to her hometown of Shaker Heights, OH to pursue a career with Morgan Stanley. At the suggestion of a mentor, Gabrielle pursued career opportunities with Key Bank in their Risk Review - Corporate Operations Internal Audit department. She currently resides in Shaker Heights, OH and enjoys her profession as an auditor with Key Bank. She is actively involved in church activities at The House of the Lord in Akron, OH, in addition to GeneratioNext United Way, the African American Key Bank Networking Group (AAKBNG), the College of Wooster's Alumni Admissions Representative program, and INROADS.

Looking For Black Alumni

Do you know alumni who may be interested in the Council but have not received our mailings or emails? Do you need to update your contact information? Please send and the Alumni Center updated addresses and e-mail addresses for additions to our contact list. Please send any announcements (i.e births, jobs etc,) to Donna Russell as well.

Thank You!

The Council’s Board and Liaisons wishes you and your family a Blessed, Happy New Year!

BAC Purpose

The Black Alumni Council is a Special Interest group of the Alumni Association. The purpose of the Black Alumni Council is as follows:

1) To improve the Black experience at The College of Wooster

2) To enhance the opportunities available to Blacks who attend The College of Wooster, both before and after graduation

3) To create a vehicle for on-going communication and interaction among Black Alumni