Alumni of Color Network
The Alumni of Color Network passionately advocates for the diverse needs of Calhoun's student community, with a particular focus on supporting current and former students of color.
Our mission is to empower Calhoun by cultivating networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and strategic partnerships that place students and families of color at the heart of the school's DEI values and commitments.
Our Vision
We aspire to instill a deep commitment among our members to actively contribute to Calhoun's growth for generations to come. Our vision is of a Calhoun community where current, former, and future students of color, alongside their families, feel a profound sense of belonging within an intergenerational network. This community supports, celebrates, and connects individuals throughout their journey at Calhoun and beyond.
Alumni of Color Network Goals
At the Alumni of Color Network, our primary goal is to forge meaningful connections among our current students and alumni of color. We aim to foster both personal and professional growth by providing spaces, resources, support, and opportunities that enable our members to achieve their aspirations.
Alumni of Color Leadership Group
Brian Peters '97
Erik Fermin '02
Whitney Ferguson '03
Katherine Tineo-Komatsu '05
Sonia Balaram '06
Sarah Mozeson '11
Alumni of Color Network Events
We invite you to connect with us at our Alumni of Color Network events. Sign up to receive event announcements and updates.
Evening of Celebration & Recognition
Each spring, the Alumni of Color Network hosts the annual Evening of Celebration and Recognition, a gathering for alumni, parents/guardians, faculty, staff and students. The event honors an employee who has made an impact on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and the Calhoun community at large, with The Lavern McDonald Award for Advocacy and Mentorship in Diversity. Learn more about the award.
Additional Opportunities
- Monthly ACN meetings – open to all alumni of color
- Networking events to help raise funds for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Student-facing panels about careers
- Cultural excursion events in the community