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  • Annual Jewell Robinson Dinner

    Honoring the History and Celebrating the Achievements of Goucher's African American Alumnae/i.

    About the Dinner

    Named in honor of Jewell Robinson—actor, writer, producer, and the first African American student admitted to Goucher College—the annual Jewell Robinson Dinner brings together members and friends of Goucher’s African American community in the spirit of celebration, reflection, and fellowship.

    Save the date and join us on Friday, February 28, 2025

    Whether you have attended in the past or are joining us for the first time, we encourage you to engage in this meaningful event in one or more of the following ways:

    Jewell Robinson Dinner

    Become a sponsor

    Support the Jewell Robinson Dinner by becoming a sponsor. Your contribution will help us continue this important tradition and provide valuable resources for current and future students. Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to give back and be recognized for your commitment to our community.

    Please contact J’aime Drayton, Associate Director for Corporation, Foundation & Government Relations at jaime.elskoe-drayton@c178.net or 410-337-6196 for more information.

    View information about becoming a sponsor


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    Submit your Merit Award nominations

    Named for the first African American to graduate from Goucher College, the Marguerite Barland ’60 Merit Award is an annual award that celebrates one or more alumnae/i who in their professional and private lives have significantly contributed to the diversity of our campus community through leadership—as a mentor, role model, volunteer, or philanthropic supporter of the college. Your nomination will help us honor those who continue to pave the way for future generations.

    Submit your award nomination


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    Reserve your spot

    Reserve your spot at this year’s dinner on February 28th, 2025 and join us for an evening of celebration, reflection, and fellowship. Reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and be inspired by the stories and accomplishments of Goucher’s African American community.

    Registration will open soon.


    Imani Fund

    Donate to The Imani Fund

    Imani: n. faith and belief.

    The Imani Fund will encourage exploration and cross-cultural understanding through supporting the study abroad experience of selected students in the Maryland Scholars Program. The Maryland Scholars Program provides first-generation college students from underserved socioeconomic backgrounds the opportunity to experience a life-changing liberal arts education. Although Goucher does provide assistance for the study abroad experience, many Maryland Scholars Program students need additional support. The Imani Fund helps cover costs associated with this formative experience. Your actions can shape students’ futures and teach one of life’s most important lessons—global understanding.

    Support the Imani Fund


     

    Photos from the 2024 Dinner

    Jewell Robinson Dinner - Feb 2024

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