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CreateHER 2026: The Main Character Era.

Monday, February 9 - Friday, February 13


The Blueprint for the Multi-Hyphenate. The Lab for the Visionary.
We’re back for year two, and we’re breaking the fourth wall. CreateHER 2026 is where Spelman’s creative powerhouses and STEAM innovators collide to build the future of culture.

Beyond the Canvas: The Evolution of the Spelman Creative
Last year, we set the stage. This year, we’re rewriting the script. CreateHER 2026 is expanding to bridge the gap between high-art storytelling and technical innovation.

We’ve officially entered our STEAM Era. From the chemistry of the "glow-up" to the logic behind the virtual world, we are proving that Black Girl Magic isn't just an aesthetic—it’s an architecture. Whether you’re coding the next viral indie game, formulating the future of skincare, or directing a cinematic masterpiece, you aren't just choosing a major; you’re building a legacy.

What to expect:

  • Curated Masterclasses: Hands-on sessions that turn "hobbies" into "industries."
  • The Research Gallery: Where creativity meets data-driven innovation.
  • Networking Lounges: Access to the people currently in the rooms you're headed for.
  • Portfolio Power-Ups: Direct feedback on your work from the pros.

Contact Info

Career Planning and Development

350 Spelman Lane S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30314

404-270-5273
cpd@spelman.edu

Monday – Friday | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

CreateHER Creative Career Fest Event Schedule

CreateHER Creative Career Fest is a week-long experience that provides a platform for students interested in creative fields. The event is from February 9 - 13, at various locations around campus.

Download the Schedule and Presenter's Bios

From Ideas to Impact: Creativity and Careers in Beauty
Description: A special Mind Candy Beauty x DreamHER podcast episode recorded live, sharing lessons on turning passion into a profession within the beauty industry.
Date: Monday, Feb. 9, 2026
Time: Online Drop
Location: Online

Never Tell a Black Girl How to Black Girl: Performance and Talk Back
Description: Author and spoken word poet Amena Brown performs stories from her upcoming book, followed by a Q&A with students.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Rockefeller Lobby and Black Box Theatre (Tentative)

AI for Creatives
Description: A workshop focused on leveraging AI tools to optimize your professional portfolio and resume.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: LLC2

Upping Your Game: Careers in Esports
Description: A how-to panel on breaking into the Esports industry as people of color, featuring tournaments and on-the-spot internship interviews.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Manley Atrium

Sync or Swim Experience
Description: An educational initiative using film and music to teach students how to build careers in sync licensing and music entrepreneurship.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: LLC2

BrandHER Lab: Creator to Curator
Description: An interactive session for creative majors to learn how to shape a compelling personal brand using next-generation AI tools.
Date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: LLC2

The Curation Code: Transforming Events into Experiences
Description: A session on moving beyond trendy events to curating world-class, immersive experiences that build brand loyalty.
Date: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed.D. Academic Center Lobby (Tentative)

Audition Workshop
Description: A mock audition workshop with Alliance Theatre artists to learn techniques, review headshots, and receive individualized feedback.
Date: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026
Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: CIA Forum

Creative Career Areas

Cosmetic Science

The Chemistry of the Glow-Up. Dive into the science of beauty, from molecular formulation to the multi-billion dollar business of global aesthetics.

Game Design

Level Up Your Narrative. Build worlds that actually look like us. Master character architecture and the logic of immersive storytelling.

Film & Media

The Culture’s Lens. Polishing the portfolio, refining the reel, and owning the visual narrative of the New South.

Performance Arts

Choreographing the Career. A movement-inspired approach to goal-setting, branding, and stage presence.
Submit Your Work to the CreateHER Gallery.

Own the Narrative. Showcase the Science. Be the Muse.
The CreateHER Gallery is the heart of our 2026 experience—a curated space dedicated to the visionary work of Spelmanites. We are looking for the bold, the technical, and the unapologetically creative. Whether you’re a podcast host, a game dev, a chemist, or a director, it’s time to take up space.

We are currently accepting:

  • Audio/Visual: Podcast pilots, soundscapes, and social-first storytelling.
  • Digital Worlds: Game demos, interactive links, and UX/UI designs.
  • The Lens: Short films, cinematography reels, and photography portfolios.
  • The Lab: Cosmetic formulations, product concepts, and research posters.