Ms. Lucille Simmons Whipper, a graduate of Avery Institute once denied entry to the College of Charleston, became the first Black human resources director at the College and helped to integrate The Avery Institute into the College of Charleston. She went on to become the first Black woman to serve in the state legislature.
Additional security screening will be in-place for this event. There is not a clear bag policy in place, but attendees should avoid wearing large backpacks and larger purses.
