Atlanta Chapter, Clark Atlanta University Alumni Association

02/15/2025

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11/05/2024

10/10/2024

Contrary to any rumors you may have heard, The Atlanta Chapter has NOT been disbanded. It’s unfortunate that some individuals feel the need to play silly mind games, and such actions only serve to undermine the strong foundation we continue to build. We are, like all of our alumni organizations, adjusting to the current change of operation within the University.

Rest assured, the Atlanta Chapter continues to be the pinnacle of culture, service, and the embodiment of our motto: “Find a way or make one.” We meet monthly on the second Saturday and are actively seeking new members. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

Why Join the Atlanta Chapter?

Networking Opportunities:
Connect with fellow alumni who can offer support, mentorship, and career opportunities.

Community Engagement:
Participate in community service projects and events that make a positive impact.

Professional Development:
Access resources and workshops to help you grow in your career.
Cultural Enrichment: Enjoy events that celebrate our rich heritage and foster a sense of belonging.

Support for Current Students:
Help provide scholarships and support to current students, ensuring the legacy of excellence continues.

Joining the alumni association is not just about staying connected; it’s about being part of a vibrant community that values service, culture, and lifelong learning. We look forward to welcoming you!

06/25/2024

Tonight's Call

06/08/2024

CARESOURCE $5000 Scholarship to students attending HBCUs

Qualifications
Earned a minimum Cumulative High School GPA of 2.8
Resides in the State of Georgia/Graduated from State of Georgia High School
Family (parents/guardians) combined household annual income < $50,000
Be a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the US
Performed a minimum of 10 hours of community service within the past year
Interested in pursuing a career in Healthcare, Psychology, Finance, Marketing, Information Technology, Social Work, Health Insurance, and/or Organizational Management.
Apply here: https://www.hbcualumniatlanta.org/caresource-scholarship-program/

05/29/2024

ATTENTION ALL AUC FRESHMAN To Be:

Deadline to register is June 1st!

The AUC Data Science Initiative is hosting a VIRTUAL PAID 1-week program for incoming HBCU freshman, introducing the importance of data science. They still have about 60 spots they’re trying to fill.

Dates are July 15-19 and pays $350

Eligibility: Incoming HBCU Freshman for Fall 2024, Any Major

Registration ends June 1

Signup link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024PFxStudentApp

Contacts:
Jamal Ware - [email protected]
Dr. Talitha Washington - [email protected]

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05/15/2024

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05/15/2024

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See details about joining the Atlanta Chapter as we race to first place for the HBCU Run Walk. Also donate to the Beta Psi Foundation Gideon Mincey Scholarship.

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04/17/2024

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02/28/2024

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02/26/2024

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02/08/2024

CAU in Black History
Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson

A distinguished Tuskegee Airman hailing from Detroit, Michigan, Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson emerged as a trailblazer in aviation history. Born in 1921 in Detroit, he overcame racial barriers to join the prestigious Tuskegee Airmen, an all-African American unit during World War II.

Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant, Lt. Col. Jefferson demonstrated exceptional skill and bravery in the face of adversity.

In a rich life that spanned humankind’s scaling of the heavens from Charles Lindbergh’s Atlantic crossing in a flimsy monoplane to tourists joyriding in space atop sleek rockets, Alexander Jefferson could proudly stake a claim as one of the begoggled pioneers who blazed an indelible trail in the sky. His dream of flight was born while growing up in Detroit and it rooted in Rouge Park, a sprawling green space on the city’s west side, where he delighted in slinging his hand-built model airplanes into the freedom of the open air.

He got to taste that freedom for himself after graduating with a chemistry degree from Clark College in Atlanta in 1942. By then, America was at war and desperately needed pilots. Along with nearly a thousand other African American men, he earned the coveted silver wings of an Army aviator at the historic air base in Tuskegee, Alabama.

During advanced gunnery training at Selfridge Field near his hometown back in Michigan, he got a jarring introduction to the commander of First Air Force, Major General Frank O’Driscoll Hunter. In front of the assembled Black flyers, the World War I ace and Savannah, Georgia, native laid out an anachronistic and dispiriting view on race that included keeping the officers’ club segregated.

Sadly, it was neither the first nor the last of the wartime indignities endured by “Jeff,” as the pilots who knew him used to call their friend. In a conspicuous incongruity, he soon set sail for Italy to fight for liberty abroad while being denied its full fruits at home.

Jeff’s aerial exploits reached their climax over Toulon, France, on August 12, 1944. He bore down on a N**i radar station in one of the red-tailed Mustangs of the 332nd Fighter Group, the all-Black unit led by the steely Benjamin O. Davis, Jr., who exhorted his pilots to give their all. Braving intense enemy ground fire as he pressed the attack, Jeff stayed on his strafing run until his airplane erupted in flames, forcing him to bail out. After 19 missions, his combat days had ended; he was captured by German soldiers and held at Stalag Luft III. Later transferred to Stalag VIIA, he remained there until liberated by Gen. George Patton’s Third Army in May 1945.

He completed rigorous flight training at Tuskegee Army Airfield, distinguishing himself as a proficient pilot. Assigned to the 332nd Fighter Group, he participated in es**rt missions for bombers over Europe, showcasing the unit's exceptional capabilities.

Lt. Col. Jefferson's leadership and dedication earned him promotions, eventually reaching the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. His contributions to the Tuskegee Airmen not only highlighted the group's combat prowess but also challenged racial stereotypes prevalent at the time.

Post-war, Lt. Col. Jefferson continued to break barriers, advocating for equal opportunities for African Americans in the military. His legacy serves as an enduring symbol of courage, resilience, and the triumph of talent over prejudice within the storied history of the Tuskegee Airmen.

Lt. Col. Jefferson was born in November 1921. He passed away in June 2022 at 100 years old.

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