The current organization (Shorter College Alumni Association, Inc.)
was incorporated by the State of Arkansas on March 20, 2013.
Vision Statement
To become an association that is nationwide in scope and contribute to the advancement of Shorter College, her mission, and may contribute to other organizations that support higher education.
Mission Statement
To increase our membership annually, established alumni chapters throughout the United States, raise funds, made financial contributions to Shorter College, participate in college activities, and may contribute to other organizations that support higher education.
Members Roster (CLICK HERE TO REQUEST A DOWNLOADABLE GUIDE)
| Officers Earl Tolbert – President Thelmon Stuckey – Secretary Wanda Lung’aho – Treasurer George Brown – Chaplain Flossie Green – Historian Qushanda Bass – Financial Secretary | Board Members Frisco McDonald – Chairman Thelmon Stuckey – Secretary Wanda Lung’aho – Treasurer Love Aaron Marion Butler George Hood Earl Tolbert |
Alumni Life (In Pictures)
Membership Dues
Membership in this Association shall be open to any person who supports the aims and goals of the Association and fulfills their financial obligations.
To mail your membership, contributions, or donations, make a check or Money Order payable to:
Shorter College Alumni Association
P. O. Box 3664
Little Rock, AR 72203
Online Payments Through Zelle, PayPal, And Ca$hApp Coming Soon.
Membership levels consist of Active, Associate, and Honorary members. The annual dues requirements are as follows:
- Active Members: This consists of all graduates and former students of Shorter College who attended at least one (1) semester and have paid the current dues prescribed by the Association. Regular membership dues are $120.00 per calendar year and should be paid in full by July of the current calendar year.
- Associate Members: The Association shall be open to all interested persons who have paid the dues prescribed by The Association. Associate members shall be entitled to all privileges of the Association except voting and holding office. Associate members’ dues are $60.00 per year and should be paid by July of the current calendar year.
- Honorary Members: Those who are supporters and friends who make contributions/donations to the Association.
Special Projects
(LINKS GO LIVE AS EVENTS OPEN)
- 2025 Golf Tournament
Alumni Merchandise Store
T-Shirts, Hats, Mugs, & More! The Alumni Association is thrilled to announce that Shorter College merchandise is on the way! We are designing a special collection that lets you proudly display your Bulldog Pride wherever you are. From apparel to accessories, these items will celebrate your connection to Shorter College and its remarkable history. By supporting this initiative, you’re not only showing off your school spirit but also helping us promote the incredible work of our ten-year-old Alumni Association. Our mission is to honor and uphold the nearly 150-year legacy of Shorter College, a legacy built on education, empowerment, and community. The proceeds from this merchandise will support initiatives that strengthen our alumni network and assist current students in achieving their dreams. Stay tuned as we prepare to launch the official Shorter College Alumni Online Store! It’s your chance to grab high-quality merch, connect with fellow alumni, and help us spread the word about the amazing impact of Shorter College. Let’s keep the Bulldog spirit alive and strong—together, we can continue this proud tradition. Watch this space for updates!
History of Shorter College
Founded by the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 1886, Shorter College was a response to the need of recently freed slaves to overcome the many disadvantages and deprivations of slavery and racial discrimination.
In November 1886, the Arkansas Annual Conference, under the leadership of Bishop T.M.D. Ward, formulated a plan to establish an institution of higher learning.
When it opened on September 15, 1886, the school was named Bethel University. It was housed in the basement of Bethel A.M.E. Church on Ninth and Broadway in Little Rock, Arkansas. Its first session opened with 109 students enrolled.
In 1888, Bethel University was moved to Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
In December 1892, the Annual Conference renamed the school to Shorter University in honor of Bishop James Alexander Shorter, organizer of the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Arkansas.
On May 18, 1894, Shorter University was chartered under its new name. A year later, under the leadership of Principal F.T. Vinegar and Bishop W.B. Derrick , Shorter acquired land and buildings in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
From September 22, 1895, to January 1898, the college operated in North Little Rock and Arkadelphia. In 1989, after a twenty-eight-month transition, the college established itself at 604 Locust Street in North Little Rock and terminated operations in Arkadelphia.
At present, the campus is located on three and one-half blocks of available property in North Little Rock. The college is working on explanation plans to include the introduction of new degree programs, building the first of three planned ultra-modern dormitories for student housing, the expansion of the A.W. Young Library, and the launch of a state-of-the-art Technology Hub located at the Hisorck Rock Island Railroad Sation on east 4th street, about a half mile from the main campus on Locus Street.
Find The Shorter College Alumni Association Online
- EMAIL: shorteralumni@shortercollege.edu
- FACEBOOK: Shorter College Alumni Association, Inc.
