Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander (1898-1989) B.S. in Education, M.A. in Economics, University of Pennsylvania; Ph.D. in Economics, the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and L.L.B., University of Pennsylvania Law School.

Raymond Pace Alexander (1897-1974) B.S. University of Pennsylvania, L.L.B. Harvard Law School.

Despite the immeasurable racism Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander endured while at Penn, she always believed in the power of education and its ability to change the racial landscape of America. She also believed in Penn and the future of the University as an intellectual community dedicated to diversity and areas of civil rights. Upon her death in 1989, Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander left a part of her estate to establish the Raymond Pace and Sadie T.M. Alexander Professorship in Civil Rights. The Alexander Chair allows Penn Law to hire a Professor whose primary focus would be on the issues of civil rights and civil liberties.

This years theme "Making Your Mark: Emerging as Leaders in Troubled Times" exemplifies our hopes that the chair will be a living thing: responsive to the changing needs of our community. If you are interested in donating or helping us further the mission of Dr. Alexander please see the information provided. The Sadie Alexander Conference Fundraising Committee could use your help in any capacity you see fit. In addition to your tax deductible contributions we are always looking for fundraising ideas; venues to hold our fundraising activities; and ways to connect to donors who might be interested in this worthwhile cause.