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Founded in 2023, ¶¶êŽÉñÆ÷ College’s Black & African American Alumni Affinity Group (BAAAAG) exists to foster connection, celebration, and community among Black and African American alumnae/i and all who support its mission. BAAAAG is a vibrant, growing network committed to uplifting one another and supporting current students.

Whether your goal is to reconnect, mentor, lead, or stay informed, there are opportunities available here for various forms of involvement. Stay connected and join or become a member.

 

BAAAAG committee members

The 2025-26 BAAAAG Committee members are:

• Royal Banks ’20, M.Ed. ’22, Chair
• Denise Glass ‘80, Vice Chair
• Bessie Yvonne Everett ’73, Communications Chair
• Marilyn Barber ’79, Secretary
• Jordan Abrams ’25, Social Chair
  
  

Our mission

To build a thriving, inclusive community of Black and African American ¶¶êŽÉñÆ÷ alumni through:

• social events and celebrations.
• professional networking and mentorship.
• community-building across generations.
• support and engagement with current students.
  
  

Who can join?

Membership is open to all alumni of ¶¶êŽÉñÆ÷and individuals of any background who support BAAAAG’s mission and values. Become a member!

What membership includes

As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• receive updates on events and initiatives.
• run for leadership positions within the Executive Committee.
• join subcommittees that shape our programming and outreach.
• submit ideas to help advance our mission.
• participate in voting and decision-making processes.
  
  

Member expectations

We invite members to:

• attend semi-annual general meetings via Zoom.
• join a subcommittee (communications, social, mentorship)—if interested.
• participate in BAAAAG-sponsored and -supported events and initiatives.
• help spread the word to fellow alumni and current students.
• consider future leadership roles. Executive Committee members serve two-year terms, creating space for new voices and vision.