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Welcome to the home of 202 Alumni!

We center community, collective power, and joy in DC.

 
 
 

202 Alumni exists to connect people from DC and amplify our collective voices and power. This is a labor of love created as a tribute to people from DC. We support the future of our hometown by recognizing its cultural heritage, pursuing political and economic justice, and creating joyful experiences.

 
 
 

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Jamil's childhood experiences came full circle when he later had the opportunity to manage the redesign of Kimball Elementary. He reflected on how his first job in the summer youth employment program culminated in him "contributing to the place
Meet Jamil His three words: Serious. Loyal. Loving. Jamil grew up in Capitol View near the Shrimp Boat. His dad was from Harlem, and his parents met in New York City. His mom's parents moved from Lowcountry, South Carolina, in the 1940s, and his g
Shirley attended DC Teachers College, graduated from Federal City College and UDC, and was an administrator for many years. Shirley says, “I have not had a full-time job since retiring from UDC, but I work every day.” Her deep ties to the
Meet Shirley. Her three words: Committed. Strong-headed. Faith. Shirley was born on Route 29 in Virginia because her mother did not make it to Walter Reed Hospital until after her birth. Shirley spent most of her childhood in NW DC but did have t
That business is the legendary Takoma Station Tavern that opened in 1984. Bobby initially renovated Takoma Station with the plan to rent it. When the tenant fell through, Bobby decided to open it as a place to hang out. Dave shared many stories, incl
Meet Dave. His three words: Merciful.Giving.Stubborn Dave was born at Georgetown University Hospital and has lived all over the city. His father, Bobby, who also grew up in DC, was a builder and remodeled homes. Bobby's family moved in the 1930s fr
 
 

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