Dear Friends,
The rich mosaic of our Friends Seminary community continues to grow stronger through our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we observe Black History Month, our campus has come alive with meaningful celebrations and educational initiatives that honor the profound impact of Black leaders, innovators, and changemakers throughout history.
Our students and faculty have embraced this month's programming with enthusiasm, from dynamic classroom discussions to cross-divisional activities. A highlight has been the National African American Read-In, where our community joined with other schools to share powerful works by Black authors. This month of reflection and celebration will culminate in a community luncheon and potluck, bringing us together in the spirit of fellowship.
Black History Month reminds us of the continuous thread of justice-seeking that runs through our history – from early Quaker abolitionists to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and now to our own alumni who carry forward the torch of creating a more equitable world. We are particularly proud to share stories of two such graduates in this newsletter.
Henoch Derbew '03 is making significant strides in advocacy for asylum seekers at the national level, while Tenzin Gund-Morrow '22 has recently assumed leadership as President of The Institute of Politics at Harvard University. Their work exemplifies how Friends Seminary graduates continue to embody our values of service and social justice across different sectors of society.
Your connection to Friends Seminary remains vital to our community's strength. We invite you to share your thoughts through our Alumni Engagement Survey, here. Your feedback helps us better serve and connect with our growing alumni network.
In stewardship,
Michael Mudho
Director of Alumni Relations
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