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.
Celebrate with us on Friday, February 28, 2025
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.
Thank you for your interest in attending the 19th annual Jewell Robinson Dinner! Due to overwhelming interest, we have reached capacity and are now operating on
a waitlist. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email alumni@goucher.edu with your name and contact information. We will notify you as soon as space becomes
available.
Livestream
Please note that a new livestream link has been created for the 19th annual Jewell Robinson Dinner. If you previously bookmarked the old link, it is no longer active—use the updated YouTube livestream link (active starting 6:45 p.m. ET), allowing you to watch the program virtually from anywhere. For any questions, contact alumni@goucher.edu.
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.
Are you associated with a company and looking to attend or sponsor the event? Visit the Company Sponsorship Registration page.
Please contact J’aime Drayton, Associate Director for Corporation, Foundation & Government Relations at jaime.elskoe-drayton@goucher.edu or 410-337-6196 for more information.
Meet Our 2025 Marguerite Barland ’60 Merit Award Recipient
Congratulations to our 2025 recipient Kimberley Gordy ’06, M.Div.
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, a subset of the Maryland Advantage 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.
Book your hotel
Goucher College has booked a limited number of hotel rooms at the Sheraton Baltimore North at a special group rate. Rates start at $149 per night and are available for stays between February 28 through March 2, 2025. Guests must book by February 7, 2025 to get the discounted rate. If booking by phone, reference “GJR”.
Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel (next door to Goucher)
903 Dulaney Valley Road
Towson, MD 21204
410-321-7400 or 888-627-7147
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors
Umoja (Unity) Sponsor
McCormick & Company
Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) Sponsor
The Compass Group
Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility) Sponsors
- Denise Pittman Glass ’80
- Miriam Hutchins ’73
- Minnie Waters Shorter ’73
- The Law Offices of Debra A. Thomas
- The Letsome Family
- Mosaic Asset Partners
- Wegmans
Individual Table Sponsors
- Theresa Boston ’73
Photos from the 2024 Dinner
