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GPBAA Mission

The mission of the Grosse Pointe Black Alumni Association (GPBAA) is to build a network of support for current students, alumni, family, and community members associated with Grosse Pointe. 

Our Three Pillars

Pillars of the Organizations:

  1. Develop & facilitate relationships (including tangible and intangible support roles)  between alum & current students

  2. Facilitate connections (such as networking opportunities and mentorship relationships) between younger and older alum

  3. Support & facilitate relationships with community stakeholders 

Meet Our Board & Staff

It Takes A Village 

President

Tim Herd 

Grosse Pointe North, 2015

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Cierra Rice attended Grosse Pointe South where she balled out

Board Member (Community Liaison)

Cierra Rice

Grosse Pointe South, 2015

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Board Member (Community Liaison)

James Shelton

Grosse Pointe North, 2016

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Board Member (Administrative Assistant)

Erin Czerwiec

Grosse Pointe North, 2016

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Board Member (Treasurer)

Troy Herd 

Grosse Pointe North, 2019

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Advisor 

Dr. John Ray 

Board Member

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Advisor 

Mr. Joseph Herd 

Board Member

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