Harriet E. Richards Alumnae Association News

In Solidarity with Black Lives Matter

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 17:30:00 GMT

HERAA Statement in Solidarity with Black Lives Matter

The Harriet E. Richards Alumnae Association stands in solidarity with the Black community and the Black Lives Matter movement in this fight for justice.

We, a community of cisgender women, transgender women, and non-binary folks, acknowledge that these marginalized identities are often left out of the narrative and the calls for justice. We uplift and say the names of Breonna Taylor, Nina Pop, and Iyanna Dior. We grieve their deaths. We condemn the acts of violence that took their lives and the lives of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, and countless others who have died at the hands of police brutality and systemic racism.

We, a community of alumni, amplify the actions of current Harriet E. Richards House residents, who are actively supporting Black student-led actions at Boston University to raise funds for social justice organizations and to petition Boston University to match those funds.

We recognize that anti-Black violence and the existing trauma that surrounds these events is a daily reality for Black folks in our communities.

As individuals, those of us in HERAA who are white or non-Black people of color, whether on the Board or among its membership, must work to address our anti-Blackness historically, today, tomorrow, and continuously.

As an organization, we commit to centering the voices and needs of our Black alumni and current residents and addressing ways we can sustain this movement within and outside our community.

We will work with H.E.R. House student leaders to identify how we can best support the continual work of building a culture that dismantles racial oppression inside the House.
We will work with alumni to identify how we can best analyze our own organization’s culture, structure, and processes to ensure we are empowering our Black alumni and building a culture that dismantles racial oppression.

For members of our community who are interested in taking action, with your voice or your wallet, please sign the petition asking Boston University to match funds for social justice organizations and review the following list of resources.

We also welcome dialogue. Please connect with the HERAA community and share additional resources in the online H.E.R. House Community group or by emailing us:

Donate
- Split a donation between 70+ community bail funds, mutual aid funds, and racial justice organizers
- Black Lives Matter: 18 Organizations That Are Bailing Out Protesters
Learn & Act
- #BirthdayForBreonna: action items organized by a BU alumna to honor Breonna’s birthday on Friday, June 5, 2020
- Black Lives Matter: Ways to Help
- "How to be an effective ally to the Black community" webinar hosted by the Blac Project on June 7, 2020 at 7pm
- A Herstory of the #BlackLivesMatter Movement by Alicia Garza
- Showing Up for Racial Justice

#BlackLivesMatter #SayHerName

Alicia White: Recipient of the 2019 Marjorie E. Kettell Distinguished Alumna Award

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:09:34 GMT

Named in memory and honor of Dr. Marjorie E. Kettell, Class of 1947, this award is presented annually to bestow institutional recognition on one Harriet E. Richards Cooperative House alumna who has distinguished herself in her personal or professional life, in her intellectual pursuits, or in her dedication to service of community, country or society.

After abandoning her career goal to follow in the footsteps of Dorothea Lange and Gordon Parks, Alicia White embarked on a career where she did not capture the images of those in need but could immerse herself in the photo by working towards the greater good with at-risk populations.

Alicia earned her MSW from New York University and continued post-graduate studies at Hunter School of Social Work where she received additional clinical training. She obtained additional training at Ackerman Institute, Training Institute of Mental Health and Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. She is a licensed clinical social worker who has dedicated two decades in the field. Alicia’s work experience includes child welfare, education and forensic social work. In her final years with the Legal Aid Society, Alicia pioneered her role as the first mitigation specialist within New York’s public defender system to provide therapeutic intervention to human trafficking survivors of commercial sexual exploitation. She has established herself as a human trafficking expert and has presented at numerous national conferences and trainings in this area. She is currently the program director of the criminal defense practice social work team at Brooklyn Defender Services. In addition, Alicia is an adjunct lecturer at New York University’s Silver School of Social Work and is on the Board of Director of the National Association of Social Workers.

In 2015 Alicia was the recipient of the Mid-Career Exemplary Social Work Leader Award presented by the New York City Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers and co-recipient of the NASW Social Work Image Award in 2016.

her-house.org/kettell

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Communications Committee Chair

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:18:04 GMT

Renée (BU 2014) currently serves as the Communications Committee Chair. Renée has served on the HERAA Board before - first as the Communications Committee Chair (SY14-15) and then as Vice-President (SY15-16).

One of Renée’s favorite parts about being In this position is the opportunity she gets to engage with the wider network of HER House Alumnae online through sharing stories, throwback photos, and upcoming events!

As a Communications Committee Chair, Renée coordinates committee and HERAA communications through our social media pages on Facebook and Linkedin to promote HERAA activities and engage alumnae and assists the Director of Communications in maintaining the website and other communication needs.

Interested in being the next Communications Committee Chair or know someone who would be? Nominate yourself and/or someone else at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Outreach Committee Chair

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:16:25 GMT

Evelyn (BU 2012) currently serves as the Outreach Committee Chair. This is the first year Evelyn has served on the HERAA Board. Prior to graduating from BU, she was the HER House Vice President (SY2011-2012).

Some of Evelyn’s favorite position activities are researching different events in the DC area, meeting up with previous alumnae, and analyzing the HERAA alumnae list.

As the Outreach Committee Chair, Evelyn coordinates local and regional social alumnae events in collaboration with the Vice-President and assists the Director of Communications in alumnae outreach and communications. This year, HERAA events were mainly held in the DC and NYC area. Evelyn hopes that the future Outreach Committee Chair can help expand alumnae events to other major cities.

If you’re interested in becoming the next Outreach Committee Chair or know someone that’s interested, nominate them or yourself at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Vice President

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:15:04 GMT

Emily (BU 2017) currently serves as the Vice President of HERAA. Previously, she served as the Clerk of the board (SY 17-18). Through HERAA, Emily has learned that the foundation of a community is created through relationships and dedication.

As Vice President, Emily organizes events and programs that serve to strengthen the community of HERAA members and foster connections between the alumnae and current HER House residents. In addition, the Vice-President assists in fundraising research and planning, and coordinating administrative duties of the Board with the President. This includes local volunteer events in Boston, Alumnae cook nights at the House, the oral history project, and the mentorship project.

Interested in being the next Vice President or know someone who would be? Nominate yourself and/or someone else at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Director of Communications

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:13:17 GMT

Bobbie (BU 2007) has served on the HERAA board as the Director of Communications since 2016. Her favorite part of the job is connecting long lost alums to each other and the house! She also shared, “hearing the amazing things people are up to around the world isn't too bad either.”

As a Director of Communications, Bobbie oversees and coordinates all HERAA communications and website in collaboration with the Communications Committee, serves as the editor of the HERAA newsletter and other email communications, and maintains and develops alumnae database.

Bobbie's main focus over the past few years has been building a new website where members can actively engage with HERAA. The revamped her-house.org allows the HERAA community to donate online, register for events, and find fellow alumnae contact information.

Interested in continuing to strengthen the alumnae network or know someone who would be great in the role? Nominate yourself and/or someone else for HERAA Director of Communication at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: President

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:12:15 GMT

Rebecca (BU 2007) has served as the President of HERAA since the Alumnae Tea in 2014. Rebecca began as the Database Secretary, now known as the Director of Communications, helping to oversee the alumnae contact database and HERAA's annual newsletter from 2007-2011. From 2012-2014, she chaired the Website Committee.

As President, Rebecca supervises the activities of the Board, leads annual goal setting, advises the House, serves as a liaison to BU administrators, presides over monthly and annual business meetings, and collaborates with students and consultants on House restoration projects.

Year after year, Rebecca’s favorite part of the position remains coordinating the annual Alumnae Tea. Helping to induct our next generation of alumnae into the association; learning and hearing about the experiences women had in the House and how those have impacted their lives after graduation; visiting the House to see what has stayed the same and what has changed; celebrating the accomplishments of distinguished alumnae. These are activities all Board members share responsibility for, but it's a wonderful annual tradition that encompasses all the hard work we do throughout the year to engage with alumnae and current students.

Interested in being the next President or know someone who would be? Nominate yourself and/or someone else at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

**Nominees for this position must be a resident of the Boston area or must be able to visit the House in-person for monthly Board meetings and meetings with House residents.**

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Treasurer

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:08:52 GMT

Sarah (BU 2015) currently serves as the Treasurer of HERAA. She has held this position since graduating in 2015. Sarah's favorite part of this role is seeing how generous her fellow alumnae are, and helping put their donations to good use for current HER House residents and the HERAA community.

As Treasurer, Sarah's primary role is to manage HERAA's budget, and monitor donations and expenses. The Treasurer also works on special projects such as organizing fundraising campaigns, and implementing other recommendations from the Strategic Advisory Council.

Interested in being the next Treasurer or know someone who would be? Nominate yourself and/or someone else at her-house.org/HERAANominations by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

HERAA Board Position Spotlight: Clerk

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:06:16 GMT

Kenzie (BU 2018) currently serves as the Clerk. This is Kenzie’s first year on the Board after graduating in September 2018! Kenzie says:

“This position is great for a new grad or someone who wants to get involved with HERAA without much pressure or experience. I gained a better idea of the many moving parts that running a successful non-profit/alumni network requires and the teamwork that goes into every event. It is incredible to see it all come together from the other side!”

As Clerk, Kenzie keeps official minutes for all Board meetings, oversee correspondence with alumnae, coordinate with Treasurer for any tax documentation needed for IRS and state. This past year, Kenzie has been focusing on documenting the specific HERAA position roles, as to make the transition easier for those interested in the position in the future.

Interested in being the next Clerk or know someone who would be? Nominate yourself and/or someone else at:
her-house.org/HERAANominataions by Sunday, March 31st or in-person at the Alumnae Tea on Sunday, April 7th.

In Memoriam: Toni-Lee Capossela

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 15:00:00 GMT

We are sad to share news we recently received about the passing of Toni-Lee Capossela (Cerulli), BU class of 1964 and HER House alumna. Toni-Lee passed away on November 5, 2017.

Professor, Biographer, and Chef Toni-Lee Capossela, 74, passed away on November 5 [2017] surrounded by her loving family. She was a professor, author, and chef, and lived in the South End, Boston. She was the eldest daughter of N. Francis Cerulli and Mary G. (Buck) Cerulli, and was born in Pittsburgh, PA on Sept. 19, 1943. She graduated from Mt. St. Dominic Academy in Caldwell, N.J. and earned a B.A. degree in English Literature from Boston University summa cum laude and M.A. and Ph. D. degrees in English Literature from Brandeis University. She taught rhetoric, writing, and composition at Boston University's College of Basic Studies, UMass-Boston, Cape Cod Community College, Southeastern Massachusetts University (now UMass-Dartmouth), and Northeastern University before joining the faculty at Stonehill College in 1991. At Stonehill she served as director of the Writing Program, coordinator of the Writing Center, and was promoted to full professor in 2001. She retired in 2004 in order to write the biography of John U. Monro. John U. Monro: Uncommon Educator was published by Louisiana State University Press in 2012. Her other publications include The Critical Writing Workshop: Designing Writing Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking (1993), Language Matters: Readings for College Writers (1996), The Harcourt Brace Guide to Peer Tutoring (1998), and many articles in academic journals.

See a full obituary from the Boston Globe online.

In Memoriam: Ginny Scott

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 23:05:54 GMT

Virginia "Ginny" Ruth Scott, English Professor, Poet

Virgina Ruth Scott of Bronx, NY passed away on Monday, June 30, 2014, after a brave battle with non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Ginny was born on Feb. 19, 1938 and was raised in Medford, MA where she graduated Medford High School in 1955. She was the daughter of the late Gordon and Janie (Adams) Scott. Ginny spent childhood summers in Golden Grove and Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada where her parents and their extended families grew up. It was her touchstone. Images of Golden Grove and the Scott and Adams families were regular topics in many of her works of poetry.

While attending Boston University, she lived at the Harriet E. Richards Cooperative House. She received several academic honors for her Bachelors in Comparative Literature (graduated 1959). In 1960, she completed a University Fellowship at University of Wisconson-Madison, where she received a Masters degree in French language.

In 1965, Virginia moved to Manhattan where she taught literature and creative writing in the SEEK program and English Department at Hunter/Lehman College, City University of New York. She was proud of the poetry and Canadian literature programs that she developed. She continued to teach until she retired in 2001.

Virginia was an award-winning poet. She authored several books including Toward Appomattox (1992), The Witness Box (1984), Solidarity Day (1983), Mankessim Stones (1982) and Poems for a Friend in Late Winter (1975). She had numerous articles and placements in journals and magazines including American Voice, Antigonish Review, Prairie Schooner, Bronx Accent, Hyperion, Greenfield Review and Sez. Virginia's passion for poetry and assisting others to have their words published led her to create Sunbury Poetry Magazine and establish Sunbury Press (1973–1986). She was the editor and publisher focusing on women poets, blue-collar poets, minority poets and others who were not given adequate voice elsewhere. She had a keen interest in Canadian writers and translated the works of many French Canadian poets. She maintained connections with many of the most well-known women poets of the past 30 years.

Ginny had a passion for travel and exploring other cultures. After completing her MA degree in French at UWM, she spent two years in France teaching French to American students. She would return to France many times throughout her life, discovering new places, people, and insights each time. Her life and writing was deeply influenced by time spent in Canada, Africa, Scotland, France, and her adopted homes of New York City, and later, the Riverdale section of the Bronx.

She loved living in the Bronx’s Riverdale neighborhood and welcomed its diversity. She was actively involved in numerous community groups, events and causes including the New York Public Library, Riverdale Branch, Book Group; Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Marble Hill Food and Hunger Project, Inc.; Friends of Cortlandt Park; and the Riverdale Y Senior Center.

Thank you to Jackie Pitts (1961) and Sandy Fuhs, Ginny's niece for sharing this information for the HERAA community.

Fall/Winter 2018 HERAA Newsletter

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 15:00:00 GMT

Happy Holidays from the HERAA Board!

The HERAA Board of Overseers is pleased to present the Fall/Winter 2018 newsletter. Inside you will find updates from HERAA members from the past 60 year, read about this year's house members and see notes from last year's annual meeting. You will also learn about upcoming events like our Annual meeting & Alumnae Tea, scheduled for Sunday April 7, 2019.

Read and share the newsletter online (members only)
Remember, if you shop on Amazon this holiday season, consider shopping through HERAA's Amazon Smile account where 0.5% of your eligible purchases are shared with HERAA
Give a holiday gift to current house residents through their wishlist
Stay in touch: her-house.org/alumnae/updates.

As always, we thank you for your involvement and support. Have a safe and healthy holiday season!

Best,

HERAA Board 2018-2019

Save the Date! Alumnae Tea 2019

Sun, 25 Nov 2018 18:01:32 GMT

The 2019 annual meeting of the Harriet E. Richards Alumnae Association will take place Sunday, April 7th from 1-4pm. A formal save the date and invitation will be sent out in the coming months.

Call for alumnae updates

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 13:51:02 GMT

Please send news and updates for our upcoming Fall/Winter 2018 newsletter! Fill out a simple form at her-house.org/alumnae/updates or send an email to heralums.191@gmail.com

We'd love to share what's happening in your life with the HERAA community.

HERAA Summer 2018 Newsletter Now Available

Sat, 21 Jul 2018 14:00:00 GMT

The HERAA Summer 2018 Newsletter is now available!

Alumnae received the e-newsletter via email this week and can also log in to her-house.org/alumnae to access the newsletter online. The newsletter includes a report back from the 2018 Alumnae Tea, as well as updates on the board and upcoming events.

In memoriam: Joyce Macdonald Campbell, Class of 1949

Wed, 16 May 2018 02:50:52 GMT

Joyce Macdonald Campbell, age 90, passed away at her residence on November 2, 2017. Joyce was born on July 8, 1927 in West Springfield, Massachusetts to James and May Macdonald. Preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Harrison S. Campbell, her son, Bruce M. Campbell, and her daughter-in-law Jama Mooney, and her sister, May Hubbard. Joyce graduated from Boston University in 1949, the first in her family to attend college. She married Harry Campbell, the love of her life, on June 10, 1950. Joyce worked as an editor for McGraw-Hill, taught elementary school, worked at Wellesley College, and retired from Old South Church in Boston.

Joyce was also an avid volunteer, working with children at the Guadalupe Center and the PTA in Canoga Park, CA, teaching English as a second language in MA, serving in leadership in the League of Women Voters in every state she lived in, and serving with the Wellesley Village Congregational Church. She raised four sons as the family moved throughout the United States, eventually settling in Wellesley, MA.

Joyce will be remembered for her enthusiasm, her passion, her diverse interests, her epic Thanksgiving dinners and, most of all, for her whole-hearted and selfless devotion to her family. Celebrating her life are her daughter-in-law Constance Lappa (Bruce), her sons Alan (Marcia), Drew (Karen), Harry (Terry), her beloved grandchildren Colin, Megan, Katharine, Elizabeth, Peter, Joe, nieces Jill, Laura, Angela, and Nancy, and nephew Phillip. The family would like to thank the devoted nurses and staff of Friendship Village of Dublin, Ohio for their excellent and loving service to our mother. A celebration of Joyce's life will take place at the Wellesley Village Church in Wellesley, MA on June 2, 2018, starting at 10:30 a.m.

Condolences may be sent to DrewCampbell111@gmail.com. Memorial contributions may be made in Joyce’s name to the Wellesley Village Church at www.wellesleyvillagechurch.org.

HERAA statement on racism and inclusion

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 22:06:37 GMT

Note: For alumnae attending this weekend's 90th anniversary events, please respect the wishes and privacy of current residents and refrain from questioning them on this topic during your visit and during the HERAA Annual Business Meeting. HERAA acknowledges alumnae will have concerns. We will host one or more conference calls later this spring or early summer for alumnae to discuss questions about HERAA’s long-term efforts, described in the statement below. HERAA is available by email and phone in the interim.

Dear Harriet E. Richards Cooperative House alumnae,

It has come to our attention that a recent HER House resident left the House earlier this semester due to upsetting experiences of racism and marginalization in the HER House.

Upon learning of this situation, the Harriet E. Richards Alumnae Association (HERAA) met and continues to engage with this former resident and with several other current residents, including House leadership, to gain a fuller understanding of events leading up to the resident moving out of the House; to learn how HERAA can support individuals who have experienced racism while living in the House; and to assist in building a community of trust, equity and accountability among residents.

Over the coming days and weeks, HERAA will be seeking to determine how we, an Association dedicated to the long-term sustainability of cooperative living at Boston University, can try to address former and current residents’ concerns and contribute to ensuring future residents live in a House that both espouses and practices diversity, equity and inclusion.

HERAA’s actions in the short-term will be guided by the desires of affected continuing residents. These conversations and actions are ongoing. HERAA intends to protect the privacy of the residents regarding the specifics of the situation.

HERAA’s actions in the long-term will be enacted in collaboration with HER House residents and student leadership. HERAA is interested in engaging with Boston University on these issues.

Recognizing racism and marginalization occurs within a larger societal and institutional context, HERAA is discussing the following ideas with House residents:

Reviewing the manner in which residents currently have recourse to address racism and white supremacy, inequity, hurt, harm or other wrongdoing, whether through HER House student leadership, Boston University Residence Life, or HERAA.
Evaluating other current House practices, such as House leadership nominations and the current interview process for HER House residents, to ensure alignment with equity and inclusion.
Articulating and documenting the HER House’s commitment to cooperation in a more robust code of conduct that address core values of communication, equity, inclusion, respect, and accountability.
Instituting annual anti-racism and community-building workshops for HER House residents.

Ultimately, HERAA takes these issues raised by residents very seriously. We wish to ensure current and future residents are confident they are entering a safe, supportive, inclusive space. We will work in partnership toward this goal, recognizing that the responsibility rests with residents, Boston University and HERAA to establish these conditions both within and outside the gates of the HER House.

Sincerely,

Rebecca Martin, HERAA President, Class of 2007
On behalf of the HERAA Board

New Mentorship Program!

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 23:46:59 GMT

We are excited to finally launch a pilot mentorship program! Alumnae mentors will be introduced to their current student mentees at the upcoming Alumnae Tea. They will meet for 2-8 hours a month, either virtually or in person, for one year.

Note that because this is a pilot program we will likely not be able to pair every alumnae who is interested with a current a student mentee. We hope to be able to expand the program next year to foster more mentorship relationships among alumnae.

This year, we will prioritize choosing mentors that are able to attend this year's tea and commit to spending 2-8 hours a month with their mentee. Alumnae who live outside of the Boston area are encouraged to participate, however, will only be matched with students who feel they could form a meaningful connection over video conferences, emails, and phone calls. Mentors will be notified if they have been matched with a mentee by April 1st.

her-house.org/mentor

Local Volunteer Opportunity

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 17:37:52 GMT

Help preserve our historical photos! HERAA has a number of albums that contain incredible photos of our shared history at HER, but the albums themselves are in need of repair and replacement. Come volunteer and help transfer photos into new preservation-quality albums!

When: Sunday, March 18, 2018 from 1pm-4pm

Where: HER House

How: Email heralums.191@gmail.com if you're able to join us.

Registration now open for HER House 90th Anniversary

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 13:36:33 GMT

Please join the Harriet E. Richards Alumnae Association for our 90th Anniversary Celebration & Alumnae Tea!

Enjoy events all weekend long Friday, April 20th to Sunday, April 22nd in celebration of the establishment of the Harriet E. Richards Cooperative House at Boston University in 1928.

her-house.org/90thanniversary for all the details and to register

Updates from Nicole Casanova: HER House 90th Anniversary Chair

Sun, 11 Feb 2018 22:23:43 GMT

Stay tuned for the official save the date for the weekend of April 20-22, 2018 with registration link coming at the end of this month!

Call for Submissions: Alumnae Tea 2018 Speaker Series

Participate in this year's Alumnae Speaker Series program! Alumnae will share the story of a life-changing collaboration, introduction, or opportunity that could have only occurred because they lived in the HER House. This event is free and is meant to provide an entertaining forum for sharing stories and advice on friendship, adventures, careers, family, and personal well-being. (Think Ted Talks)

Interested in telling YOUR story? We need more speakers! This program will take place Saturday, April 21st from 4-6pm, location TBD but near the house. Email Nicole Casanova at ncasa@bu.edu if you are interested in participating!

Come for the whole 90th anniversary weekend!

We're hosting events all weekend long, and when the online RSVP site goes live on February 26 you'll be able to register for the whole weekend at once and for individual events. Some events in the works:

Alumnae vs. Residents sports activity
Social gathering at Sunset Cantina
HER House Architectural History Tours
BU Campus Tours
Alumnae Speaker Series
2018 Alumnae Tea & Annual Meeting
"Professional" Clothing drive

Looking forward to seeing you in April!
Nicole Casanova, HER House 90th Anniversary Chair

Fall 2017 Newsletter is here!

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:37:37 GMT

The HERAA Board of Overseers is pleased to present the Fall/Winter 2017 newsletter. Inside you will find updates from HERAA members from the past 60 years and read about this year’s house members. You will also learn about upcoming events like our 2018 Alumnae Tea – where we’ll be celebrating 90 years of the HER House.

Read and share the newsletter online.
Remember, if you shop on Amazon this holiday season, consider shopping through HERAA’s Amazon Smile account where 0.5% of your eligible purchases are shared with HERAA.
Give a holiday gift to current house residents through their Wishlist!
Stay in touch: her-house.org/alumnae/updates.

As always, we thank you for your involvement and support.

Have a safe and healthy holiday season!

Best,
HERAA Board 2017-2018

Come enjoy a HER House Dinner

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 12:33:42 GMT

Miss hanging out in the kitchen at 191 Bay State Rd? Join local alumnae and current House residents for special dinners each Fall at the HER House.

HERAA will provide a catered meal for the House on Sunday, December 10th starting at 6pm to help everyone relax and focus on finals!

Questions? Email Zoe Shei at heralums.191@gmail.com.

Call for updates - Fall 2017 Alumnae Newsletter

Sun, 05 Nov 2017 11:36:13 GMT

Please send news and updates for our upcoming newsletter! Fill out a simple form at her-house.org/alumnae/updates or send an email to heralums.191@gmail.com

We'd love to share what's happening in your life with the HERAA community!

In Memoriam: Lorna Dorothy (Neumann) Lecrenier (CLA 1953)

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 17:45:16 GMT

IN MEMORIAM

Lorna Dorothy (Neumann) Lecrenier (CLA 1953), age 85, of Mount Laurel, NJ and formerly of North Canton, CT died January 31, 2017. She was a 1953 Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Boston University and the Harriet E. Richards Cooperative House.

After college, she worked as a young adult program director for the Cambridge YMCA and later the East Hartford YMCA. After moving to Mount Laurel in 1983, Lorna engaged in many activities including singing in the Medford United Methodist Church choir, playing in the Bell Choir and teaching adult Sunday school. She was a Smithville Mansion docent and completed the three-year Barnes Foundation Horticulture Program. An enthusiastic gardener, she was a Member Emeritus of the Mount Laurel Garden Club. She is survived by her husband, her high school sweetheart, G. Philip Lecrenier; two daughters; a granddaughter; three great-grandsons; sister; a sister-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.