The Second Annual Black Excellence Gala: Program

Ethos presents

The Second Annual Black Excellence Gala

In Memory of Kathleen Daly ‘80 Saturday, February 21, 2015 Punch’s Alley & Alumnae Ballroom Wellesley College

Event Description Mission of Ethos Ethos was conceived in the back of a taxi in December 1966 by five students Karen Williamson ’69, Francille Rusan Wilson ’69, Alvia Wardlaw ’69, Yvonne Smith Madlock ’70, and Ivy Thomas Riley ’70 - after returning from a conference on Black student issues held at Columbia University. They realized that there were no existing organizations on Wellesley’s campus that adequately supported and represented their needs. Ethos, which is defined as “the pervasive characteristic that distinguishes a group of culture,” was formed to address these concerns. Our mission is to provide political, social, and academic support to students of African Descent at Wellesley College. We seek to create a supportive environment where members feel empowered to reach their full potential at Wellesley College.

Purpose of the Black Excellence Gala The Black Excellence Gala is Ethos’ signature fundraiser. The event recognizes the accomplishments of community members while also honoring the life of Kathleen Daly ’80 who died of an asthma attack during her senior year at Wellesley College. Funds raised through gala ticket sales, the Kathleen Daly online fundraiser, advertisements, raffle, and various donors will support the educational expenses of two current students. In addition, partial proceeds will be donated to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation in Daly’s memory. A masquerade theme was selected for this year’s gala. Participants are encouraged to don masks to symbolize the metaphorical veil that people of African descent wear in a form of double consciousness. W.E.B. Du Bois uses the term double consciousness to describe the difficulty that African Americans face to unify their Black and American identities in a country that racially rejects them.

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Program Cocktail Hour Location and Time: Punch’s Alley, 6-7 pm

Entertainment: Oleander Furman ‘15 and John Arcaro

Hors d’oeuvres: Maple Glazed Scallops in Bacon Mashed Potato Spoons with Sour Cream and Chives Pakoras with a Spicy Red Sauce

Signature Drinks: Purple Hibiscus Gold Rush

Raffle Items: $5 per raffle ticket 1. Starbucks Gift Basket 2. Stewed: A Collection of Soups, Stews and Braises from Sweet Basil, written and autographed by Dave Becker 3. $25 Gift Certificate to Juniper, Mediterranean bistro and bar in Wellesley, MA 4. $105 5-Class Pack for Pure Barre Wellesley and Newton locations 5. $120 Paper Source Card-Making Party Gift Certificate

Program (Con’t.) Dinner and Awards Ceremony Location and Time: Alumnae Ballroom, 7-9 pm Host: Kanda Faye ‘15 Entertainment: Soul4YoSystem Welcome and Introduction Chrishanae Neal & Rachel Fletcher-Slater ’16, Ethos Co-Presidents Tanekwah Hinds ’15, Ethos Kathleen Daly Chair

Dinner Reflections of Kathleen Daly ’80 Ruth L. Goins ‘80

Presentation of the Black Excellence Awards Alumna Award Dominique Hazzard ‘12 Faculty/Staff Award Naomi Smith ’17 Student Awards Dr. Tracey Cameron, Assistant Dean of Intercultural Education, Director of Harambee House, and Advisor to Students of African Descent

Senior Circle Closing Remarks: Tanekwah Hinds ’15, Kathleen Daly Chair

Menu Hors d'oeuvres Maple Glazed Scallops in Bacon Mashed Potato Spoons with Sour Cream and Chives Pakoras with a Spicy Red Sauce

Dinner Mixed Greens, warm Truffled Mushrooms, Shallots, Polenta Croutons with Herb Vinaigrette Assorted Rustic Breads with Whipped Butter

Choice of: Ricotta, Parmesan and Herb Stuffed Chicken Breast Roulade OR Smoked Mozzarella and Basil Ravioli with Pesto Primavera Sauce Above served with Jasmati Rice with chopped Scallions Pea Pods and Carrot Medley

Dessert Assorted Cookies and Brownies Mudslide Cake: Mocha Cake with Chocolate Ganache and Baileys Irish Cream Mousse

Reflections of Kathleen Daly ‘80

“ Kathleen Daly ‘80 is pictured on the right

“Kathy was a sweetheart. Kathy always looked happy to see you coming down the hall or around the corner. She was just a very down-to-earth girl from Philly who enjoyed and was interested in other people. Asthma had been a lifelong challenge: She didn’t start sophomore year with us but she came back and rejoined our ‘new dorms’ community. I think we were all relieved and so happy she was back. And for two years everything went according to plan. Away from campus, Kathy was a beloved and loving daughter and and an adored and adoring big sister to Roberta who was 6 or 7 years younger and enjoyed coming to visit Kathy on campus. And when Kathy left Wellesley in December 1979 she, like all of us, was looking forward to that last semester with a sense of excitement.” -Ruth Goins ‘80 6

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America is the longest standing non-profit organization in the world that exists as an asthma and allergy patient group. It dedicates its resources to improving the quality of life for people living with asthma and allergic diseases through education, advocacy, and research. The foundation is dedicated to raising awareness about asthma by sponsoring programs, such as the National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, Nationwide Asthma Screening Program, and Asthma and Allergy Friendly Certification Program. Ethos has raised $1,000 for the foundation to support its mission. For more information, please visit http://www.aafa.org/index.cfm.

Black Excellence Award: Alumna Recipient Pamm McNeil ‘82

Pamm chose to attend Wellesley College because it offered endless possibilities for women through its unsurpassed curriculum. As a student, she majored in extracurricular activities while at Wellesley and received a bachelor in arts. Pamm was a radio DJ for WZLY, Senator for College Government, assistant director of a student-run info box, director of a campus refrigerator rental agency, and a babysitter for a Wellesley family among other activities. Within Ethos, she took pride in being Quintessence Chair, a singer in the Ethos Choir, treasurer, and president. Currently, Pamm works as the Director of Operations at My Sister’s Place, Washington D.C.’s oldest domestic violence service provider. She volunteers at her church where she sings for the choir and serves on multiple committees. As an alumna, Pamm is involved in the Wellesley College Alumnae Association (WCAA) and has served as her class president, volunteered as an alumnae recruiter in Washington, D.C., and engaged prospective students through interviews, college fairs and informational sessions. She currently serves as the president of Wellesley Alumnae of African Descent (WAAD). Pamm is honored to receive the Black Excellence Award.

Black Excellence Award: Faculty/Staff Recipient Angela Carpenter â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;96

Angela Carpenter came to Wellesley College in 1996 as a Davis Scholar and graduated in 1999 summa cum laude as a proud member of Phi Beta Kappa. She majored in Language Studies and later received her Ph.D. in Linguistics from UMass Amherst in 2006. She soon returned home to serve as a Class Dean from 2005 - 2008. Most importantly, she was able to pursue her passion for the empowerment of women of color as she served as Director of Harambee House. During this time, she organized the Ethos 40th anniversary celebration and gathered the founding members of Ethos and Harambee House for a celebration of sisterhood and success. She currently teaches in the Cognitive & Linguistics Sciences program at Wellesley. As a Mellon Mays and Ford Fellow, she is particularly thrilled to be able to play a role in the nurturing and inspiration of the great minds of Wellesley women of color.

The Kathleen Daly Scholarship In 1983, Anne Simmons â&#x20AC;&#x2122;85 established the Kathleen Daly Scholarship in memory of Kathleen Daly '80, who died from an asthma attack during her senior year at Wellesley College. Two students of African descent who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, and community service will be presented with the Kathleen Daly Scholarship at the Second Annual Black Excellence Gala. The Black community continues to need support on campus as black students make up only 6% of Wellesley College's student population. The Kathleen Daly Committee has successfully raised $2,000 through donations from the Kathleen Daly Fundraiser, an online fundraising campaign, program ads, ticket sales, and various donors and sponsors. Two deserving students of African descent will each receive a $1000 scholarship along with the Black Excellence Award.

Black Excellence Award: Student Recipient Taylor Stewart ‘15

Taylor Stewart ’15 is an English and Psychology double major from Orangeburg, South Carolina. A dynamic student leader, Taylor has served the Wellesley College community with distinction. She serves as first year mentor (FYM), chair of the Ethos Political Action Committee, and chaplain of the Xi Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and formerly served as president of Black Women’s Ministry. Her involvement in the community extends well beyond the Wellesley College campus. Taylor also volunteers as a mentor with Wellesley High School’s METCO program and has served as outreach and financial services specialist for Palmetto AIDS Life Support Services. She received the Harambee House Academic Achievement Award (2012, 2013, & 2014), Harambee House Excellence Award for Commitment to Service and Leadership (2013), and Sara Kaufman Hanauer Endowment Scholarship (2013, 2014). She is also a member of the Harambee House Scholars Society. 11

Black Excellence Award: Student Recipient

Amber Dickerson ‘15

Amber Dickerson ’15 is an Anthropology major from Boston, Massachusetts. A transformative leader, Amber is committed to education and social justice. She has volunteered with Stronger Communities, Stronger Schools (SCSS) for the entirety of her Wellesley experience and currently serves as the organization’s Development Director. In addition, she works as a mentor and tutor at Mother Caroline Academy and Education Center. Amber is the recipient of the Barbara Bush Award for Volunteerism (2014), a Wellesley Serves Grant (2014), and Ethos’ Black Excellence Award (2014). She also has been nominated for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship (2014). She is a member of the Harambee House Scholars Society.