Johnnetta Cole, former president of Spelman College and Bennett College for Women, delivered a message of empowerment and affirmation to the 217 students receiving degrees.
The first African American woman to serve as president of Spelman College, Cole is widely recognized for her advocacy of racial and gender parity.
Named a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress and one of the fifty greatest women in the history of broadcasting by the American Women in Radio and Television, Roberts spoke at Hollins Jan. 29.
The public interest advocate’s testimony before the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee earlier this year gained national attention.
Fluke became a national figure following her testimony last winter before the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
Best-selling author Ann Patchett, Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar John Agnew, political analyst Cokie Roberts (pictured), and social observer Sarah Vowell are among the guest speakers coming to campus during the upcoming academic year.
The Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at Hollins University presents three new exhibitions May 31 – September 15.
The conference takes place in Moody Student Center on April 21 and features podium presentations, poster presentations, and performances.
Professor of Political Science Ed Lynch is interviewed by Roanoke’s News 7 about sharing his expertise beyond the Hollins campus.
Candice Ransom M.A. ’07, who has published 110 books for children and young adults, was the guest speaker at this year’s event. Ransom, who earned her master of arts degree in children’s literature from Hollins, delivered an address on beloved children’s book author and Hollins alumna Margaret Wise Brown, whom Hollins is celebrating with a yearlong festival through June 2012.
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