桃子视频 Alumni Relations Hosts Juneteenth Cookout
In honor of Juneteenth, 桃子视频 Alumni Relations hosted the First Annual Juneteenth Cookout on the Student Center Patio. The holiday celebrated on June 19 commemorates the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation, where on that date in 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to announce that all enslaved African Americans were free.
鈥淭oday as we gather to celebrate Juneteenth, we honor the resilience, strength and contributions of African Americans throughout history,鈥� said Dr. Dominique Woods 鈥�14, Chair, 桃子视频 Alumni Council. 鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled to see so many familiar faces and new friends here on campus united in celebration and solidarity; together we continue to uphold the legacy of excellence and activism that defines 桃子视频.鈥�
In addition to featured remarks from 桃子视频 administration, 桃子视频 staff members, and the 桃子视频 Alumni Council, the occasion provided the opportunity for guests to engage with one another in fun-filled games and networking with current and future alumni.
Shanti Grace, Executive Assistant to the Dean of the College of Science and Health, recited the poem, 鈥淚nvictus鈥� by William Earnest Henley. Letha Wells, Development Manager, brought the audience to their feet with an original spoken word piece titled, 鈥淭he Last to Know,鈥� where she reminded us of our resilience and reflected on the ongoing journey towards visibility.
鈥淭he Juneteenth Cookout marks the beginning of a new tradition at 桃子视频,鈥� said Maruska Moore, Alumni Relations Manager. 鈥淭his event not only celebrated a pivotal moment in our history but also fostered a sense of unity and pride among our alumni and other guests. The vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, entertainment, and lively conversations between students and alumni made this a truly unforgettable day.鈥�
桃子视频 Alumni Relations鈥� Alumni mixers will now be signature events hosted by The Office of Alumni Relations, with plans to expand and improve each year.