March 20, 2020

Dear Alumni,

Under direction from President Carmen J. Walters, all college- and alumni sponsored events and large on- and off-campus gatherings, including events sponsored by any registered student organizations, are postponed until further notice. In addition, Tougaloo College has postponed all baccalaureate and commencement activities. Public health officials recommend drastically limiting nonessential travel and all large gatherings.

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop and impact our communities, the Tougaloo College National Alumni Association (TCNAA) has decided to postpone all Alumni Association events until further notice. We are taking this proactive measure out of consideration for the health and well-being of our alumni, constituents, and campus community. We are working with campus leadership to determine next steps as the situation evolves.

We are incredibly grateful for your support, especially during this difficult time. We will continue to work with college leadership to make appropriate decisions to reduce the risk of exposure and spread of the virus. Please take safety precautions for your families, and we look forward to celebrating on campus once it is safe to do so.

Payments for previously scheduled TCNAA events during Commencement Weekend 2020 will be refunded.

Although upcoming celebrations have been postponed, we must remember to continue supporting our beloved Eagle Queen financially, especially during these times. As a reminder, donations may be made to the College online at https://app.mobilecause.com/f/17m3/n?vid=64n82 or mailed to

Office of Institutional Advancement
Tougaloo College
500 West County Line Road
Tougaloo, MS 39174

Please visit www.tougaloo.edu or www.tcnaa.org for more information and relevant updates.

Again, thank you for your continued support, and we wish everyone well.

Sincerely,

David E. Miller, Esq. ’72, President
Tougaloo College National Alumni Association, Inc.