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(June 2024)

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Juneteenth 2025

DATE	TIME	LOCATION	SPEAKER	TOPIC
Thursday 5 June	2:00 – 3:00 pm	Student Union, Pima Room, 3^rd Floor	Dr. Lehman Benson III	Beyond Juneteenth
Thursday 12 June	2:00 – 3:00 pm	Student Union, Pima Room, 3^rd Floor	Daisy Jenkins, Esq.	Community Council for Student Success
Tuesday 17 June	2:00 – 3:00 pm	Student Union, Pima Room, 3^rd Floor	Dr. Cheree Meeks	NAACP
Thursday 26 June	4:00 – 6:00 pm	Health Sciences Innovation Building, The Forum	Ms. Johnique Woods, MS	Art of Food & Harlem Renaissance Dinner Tickets $25 via TRELLIS at: https://events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/juneteenth-and-beyond-art-of-food-dinner-4a3UKgGnyf/overview

June 5^th (Thursday) Dr. Lehman Benson III: Beyond Juneteenth: A Conversation on Freedom, Progress, and the Future

This engaging and thought-provoking 60-minute talk, hosted in collaboration with the University of Arizona—an institution dedicated to its land-grant mission of accessibility, service, and societal impact—delves into the deeper significance of Juneteenth. More than just a celebration, Juneteenth serves as both a reflection on history and a call to action for the future. Grounded in the University’s commitment to student success, education, and community engagement, this discussion will address the progress made toward justice and the work that still lies ahead. Together, we will explore how this historic milestone shapes our present and inspires us to continue advocating for empowerment and systemic change.

June 12^th (Thursday) Community Council for Student Success (CCSS)

The speaker will provide a brief overview of the CCSS (formerly Black Community Council) and their advocacy for students, faculty, and staff over the years.

June 17^th (Tuesday) Dr. Cheree Meeks – NAACP

Discover how a legacy of bold voices and fearless action shaped America with an engaging journey through the history and advocacy of the NAACP!

LECTURES LOCATION: STUDENT UNION MEMORIAL CENTER (SUMC), 1303 E University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85719

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June 26^th(Thursday) Ms. Johnique Woods: Art of Food & Harlem Renaissance Dinner

Join us on June 26th for a culinary journey through the Harlem Renaissance! Enjoy a four-course tasting menu paired with handcrafted mocktails, celebrating the art, culture, and flavors of the era. Music provided by University of Arizona School of Music / Tickets $25 available for purchase via TRELLIS

https://news.arizona.edu/employee-news/harlem-inspired-dinner-headlines-years-juneteenth-offerings

DINNER LOCATION: HEALTH SCIENCES INNOVATION BUILDING (HSIB) – THE FORUM, 1660 E Drachman St., Tucson, AZ 85721

HSIB Outside view

HSIB Forum view

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Celebration of Excellence

The 2024/2025 Crest Insurance Group Arizona Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony took place on April 10, 2025. This highly anticipated event honored the remarkable accomplishments of this year’s inductees, celebrating their profound impact on Arizona’s sports legacy. Dr. Benson was invited by inductee Ricky Hunley to support him at this celebration.

You will find below pictures of Ricky Hunley and Head Coach of the University of Arizona football team, Coach Brennan.

More information can be found in this article: https://www.azcentral.com/picture-gallery/sports/2025/04/11/arizona-spo…