Psychology of Black Womanhood Symposium

Frequently Asked Questions about the Symposium

 

• What is the exact location of the Psychology of Black Womanhood Symposium?
  Located five minutes from downtown Atlanta, Spelman College is a historic landmark that sits on 39 lush acres. The specific building information will be sent to those who have registered in January 2026.
  on the campus.

• Where can I find information about directions to the campus and parking arrangements?
  Campus Visitor Information can be accessed here. You can also find a map and directions to the campus by clicking here.
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• Where can I park for this event?
  You cannot park on the Spelman campus. However, you are welcome to park in the Morehouse College Parking Deck. It is located directly beside the Spelman campus, and parking is only $8 for the full day.
   

• If I am using a rideshare (e.g Uber, Lyft), where should I go?
  You should use the address 350 Spelman Lane S.W. Atlanta, GA 30314-4399. This will take you to the main gate of the college; ride share vehicles are not allowed within the campus gates. The distance from the gate to the symposium building is approximately two short city blocks.
   

• What are the accommodation arrangements?
  Spelman College is located in the Atlanta University Center (AU Center), just five minutes west of downtown Atlanta and easily accessible from I-20. Its proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport—only 11 miles away—makes travel convenient for visitors. Whether you’re looking to stay near campus or closer to the airport, there are several hotel options to suit your needs. Below is a list of the hotels closest to Spelman.
   

XXXXXX ​- Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center (5 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- REVERB Downtown Atlanta (5 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park (6 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown (7 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- Hyatt House Atlanta Downtown (7 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- Origin Atlanta: A Wyndham Hotel (8 minute drive)
XXXXXX ​- The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton (9 minute drive)

XXXXXX ​- The Westin Peachtree Plaza (9 minute drive)

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• How is Institute for the Psychology of Black Womanhood Scholars associated with the Psychology of Black Womanhood Symposium ? 
  The Institute for the Psychology of Black Womanhood Scholars (IPBWS) takes place on the Spelman College campus the day following the Psychology of Black Womanhood Symposium. While not directly associated with each other, we encourage advanced doctoral students, and early career and mid career scholars to attend both of these events! An application and acceptance is required for acceptance to the institute. For more information about the IPBWS click here.
   

• What food will be available at the event?
  Food Trucks will be available for the purchasing of food the day of the event. The Spelman College’s food services will be available for all attendees. The main options are located in the same building the symposium is being held, including the Alma Upshaw Cafe and the Manley Lower Food Hall (e.g. Ace Sushi, Nom Station, Twisted Taco and Starbucks).
   

• Can I register at the venue?
  Advanced registration is required. 
   

• How do I pay for the registration?
  This is a free event. All that is required is advance registration.
   

• I am a Spelman student/ faculty/ staff member. How do I register?
  Seats have been set aside specifically for Spelman College students, faculty and staff. Select this appropriate option of the two available when registering. You must use your Spelman email address to secure one of these seats.
   

• How get updates about the event?
  Attendees will receive regular updates beginning in January via the email they used to register for the event. These messages will clearly say Psychology of Black Womanhood Symposium in the subject line.
   

• If I have questions, who can I contact?
  Just send an email to our main address: psychologyofblackwomanhood@gmail.com.