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Juneteenth 2025
DATE | TIME | LOCATION | SPEAKER | TOPIC |
Thursday 5 June | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Student Union, Pima Room, 3rd Floor | Dr. Lehman Benson III | Beyond Juneteenth |
Thursday 12 June | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Student Union, Pima Room, 3rd Floor | Daisy Jenkins, Esq. | Community Council for Student Success |
Tuesday 17 June | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Student Union, Pima Room, 3rd 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: |
- June 5th (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 12th (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 17th (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 26th (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
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…
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