Spelman Symposium
WEDNESDAY 19 & THURSDAY 20
FEBRUARY2025
The Spelman Psychology Department will also be hosting the Southeastern Teaching of Psychology Conference (SETOP) February 21 -23. Consider attending both! For more information click here.
Psychology of Black Womanhood
Research, Teaching & Advocacy
The foundations of the Psychology of Black Womanhood book are firmly rooted at Spelman College, the first historically Black college for women. Spelman College's integral role in bringing this project to fruition goes beyond simply being the home to one of the authors; rather, this institution recognized the book's importance early on and provided support throughout the all phases of its development.
That is why we’re gathering at the home of the Psychology of Black Womanhood book for a symposium. Drawing upon the content form this groundbreaking work, this event will extend our knowledge about the various aspects of psychological research impacting the lives of Black women in the United States. Community, academic and research experts from various fields will be sharing their perspectives during these interactive sessions. Through open dialogue we can gain further insight into how best address psychological issues faced by Black women in this nation.
We invite everyone interested in learning more about the Psychology of Black Womanhood book to join us at Spelman college for what promises be an educational and inspiring day!
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Spelman College's Department of Psychology is also sponsoring the
Southeastern Teaching of Psychology Conference (SETOP) February 21 to 23, 2025.
Symposium attendees are welcome to book rooms at the
DoubleTree By Hilton Atlanta Windy Hill Ballpark under the SETOP Conference hotel rate.
Symposium Schedule
9:30am- 10:15am
10:30am- 11:30am
11:40pm- 12:00pm
12:00pm- 1:30pm
1:30pm- 2:30pm
2:45pm- 3:45pm
CENTERING THE MARGINS
The Psychology of Black Womanhood Book's Origin Story
Details coming soon!
BLACK WOMEN'S LIVES MATTER: SILENT STRUGGLE AGAINST VIOLENCE
Black women's experiences with dating violence and cultural XXX
Details coming soon!
Panelists: TBA
Panelists: TBA
STILL STANDING: BLACK WOMEN'S MENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Mindfulness Moment for Activity
Details TBD.
LUNCH
Food Truck Event
Details coming soon!
LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX: BLACK WOMEN'S SEXUAL HEALTH & SEXUALIZATION
Creating a culture of Healthy Sexuality
Details TBD.
BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL: EXAMINATIONS OF BLACK WOMEN'S BEAUTY & BODIES
The Science of Black Women's Beauty
Details coming soon!
Panelists: TBA
Panelists: TBA
4:00pm- 5:00pm
WORK HARD & HUSSLE HARDER: BLACK WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
Black Women's Worth for Wealth
Details coming soon!
Panelists: TBA
Panelists: TBA