Spelman College is once again embracing Black woman excellence with the appointment of Rosalind “Roz” Brewer as its interim president .
Brewer, a distinguished Spelman alumna and former CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, has made history throughout her career , and her return to lead her alma mater reflects her unwavering commitment to empowering the next generation of Black women leaders.
Brewer, previously the only Black woman to hold a C-suite position within the S&P 500 , brings a wealth of corporate leadership experience .
Her impressive résumé includes roles as COO of Starbucks and CEO of Sam’s Club, where she broke barriers as the third Black woman to lead a Fortune 500 company.
Now, she steps into a pivotal role at Spelman College , following Dr. Helene D. Gayle’s personal leave of absence .
Brewer’s connection to Spelman runs deep. After serving 12 years on its board , her new role as interim president allows her to continue shaping the future of the Historically Black College and University ( HBCU ).