Dr. Alma Susan Freeman-Wesley Funeral Notice   CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY BRUNCH HONORING DR. ALMA S. FREEMAN SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023 11AM—2PM ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY DUNN/OLIVER ACADOME 915 S. JACKSON STREET MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 SEATING IS LIMITED Dr. Alma S. Freeman was born and grew up in LaFayette, Alabama (Chambers County). She graduated from Chambers County Training School in 1959 and from Alabama State College in 1963. She received the Master of Arts degree in English from the Ohio State University and the Ed.D in English and Humanities from Rutgers the State University of New Jersey. She received a National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship for post-graduate study in Modern Fiction at Yale University and a Ford Foundation Fellowship for post-graduate study in African American Literature at the University of Pennsylvania. She was also awarded a Fulbright-Hayes Scholarship for a summer study in Egypt. Dr. Freeman taught English at Chambers County Training School before joining the Alabama State University faculty in 1968. At Alabama State, she taught English and Humanities courses and served as chairperson of the Department of Humanities and as Dean of University College. She retired from Alabama State University in 1997. She returned to ASU in 2003 to serve as Interim Dean of the College of Education. Prior to this time, she left retirement in 2001 to serve as Interim President of H. Council Trenholm State Technical College during the merger of the two separate technical colleges (Patterson and Trenholm) into one college. As a faculty member and administrator at Alabama State University, Dr. Freeman initiated and directed implementation of a number of programs in University College for freshman students, including the academic support centers in writing, mathematics, speech, history and geography; interdisciplinary humanities courses; writing across the curriculum; the freshman honors program. She served on numerous university committees and advised several student organizations, among these was secretary and chair of the Faculty Senate, Faculty Marshal, and advisor to the Student Media Board. She was also a plaintiff in the historic Knight v. James/Knight v. Alabama Desegregation Lawsuit, which proved that Alabama’s long history of segregation had adversely affected post-secondary educational opportunities of African American citizens. Dr. Freeman is the author of several articles, has been actively involved in and made presentations and speeches for numerous professional and community organizations. Her professional and community organizations. Her professional and civic affiliations, activities, and awards include the following: Alabama Institute for Education in the Arts (board of directors); Alabama Humanities Foundation (board of directors, humanities scholars); Phi Delta Kappa Professional Fraternity education (chapter president, other offices); Auburn University’s Center for the Arts and Humanities (humanities scholar); AEA/NEA; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (chapter president, vice president, secretary); Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts ( board of directors, docent); Leadership Montgomery Class VII; Civilian Guest of Air War College; Girl Scouts of Central Alabama Woman of Distinction Award; National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education Presidential Citation; Association of Alabama College Administrators and Alabama Association for Women in Education Exemplary Service Award. It Was My Pleasure Serving You Dr. Alma S. Freeman Click Here for the Full Color Layout Comments/Condolences CHARLIE VARNER, JR. I am shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of my dear friend and former colleague, Dr. Alma Susan Freeman Wesley. Alma was one of my best friends, colleagues and trusted confidant for many years. I will miss her dearly. BRENDA DAWSON The Dawson Family just learned of the passing of Dr. Freeman. Our hearts and thoughts are with Mr. Wesley and the family. Dr. Freeman taught my sisters at the Chambers County Training School in LaFayette and taught me at Alabama State University. The family have our deepest sympathy. FORMER ASU STUDENTS Dr Freeman was the epitome of what an instructor should be. Her classes were thought provoking, enjoyable, course oriented and taught with love care and concern for her students. In Christ, Former ASU Students REV. DR. VIOLA B. BRADFORD I shall firever cherish the friendship and collegiate relationship we shared while I was a journalism instructor at Alabama State University --beginning in 1972. I regret not reconnecting upon my recent return to Montgomery after being away almost 40 years. Alma was a kind and true friend. CHARLIE E. HARDY Dr. Freeman was the consummate profound professional educator. We have been friends since 1959 when we met on the campus of ASU. Alma was a friend to all who valued education.. She was a great mentor for many. Blessings upon her family. She will forever recognized as one of “Our Best and Brightest.” Charlie E. Hardy, Past Chairman Faculty Senate   Leave a comment for the family or loved ones. Name: Comment (Please don't use emojis) I am finished with my comment.