Background
Oliver, Stephanie Stokes was born in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Oliver, Stephanie Stokes was born in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Bachelor in Journalism cum laude, Howard U., 1974.
Former fashion & beauty merchandising editor, Glamour Magazine editor contemporary living section, Essence Magazine, New York City, 1978-1980; senior editor, Essence Magazine, New York City, 1980-1984; West Coast editor, Essence Magazine, Seattle, 1984-1985; editor of magazine, Essence Magazine, New York City, 1986-1994; editor-in-chief, Heart & Soul Magazine, New York City, since 1994. Keynote and panel speaker. First William Randolph Hearst visiting professor Howard U. School Communications, 1996.
Board trustees Women's Sports Foundation, since 1997. Member American Society Magazine Editors (former secretary board directors), National Association Black Journalists, Black Women in Public, Women in Comm., Inc.
M. Reginald Oliver; 1 child, Anique.