A series of events will be taking place this week to celebrate Juneteenth?
The United to Promote Cultural Awareness and Downtown Student Engagement have planned out events and released a special video this week to commemorate Juneteenth.
The events include:
Reflection and Meditation Presentation with Dr. Shiva Jahani
Thursday, June 17, 9 – 10 a.m.
R.E.S.T: A Mantra meditation session to relax your body, ease your mind, sustain your soul, and turn your attention inward. Presented by: Dr. Shiva Jahani, Certified Yogi. Click here to view more details and connect to the live virtual session on the events calendar.
Juneteenth Cook Out
Thursday, June 17, 2:30 p.m.
On June 19, African Americans celebrate Juneteenth as the official independence day of enslaved people in American. Come celebrate the occasion with Downtown Student Engagement with food, music and games from the culture and learn the importance of the holiday. This event will be held outside of CMB. Please register in advance here.
Celebrating Black Women's Brilliance - A Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 18, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join UCF Assistant Professor Dr. Larry Walker for a virtual conversation, Celebrating Black Women's Brilliance, featuring UCF Vice Provost and Dean Dr. Berry, FAMU College of Law Dean Keller and Founder of New Image Youth Center Dr. Barton-Stubbs. Head to the UCF events calendar to join the conversation.
Be sure to check the @UCFDowntown Instagram page for your chance to win a prize pack with a commemorative Juneteenth t-shirt, tote bag and pen throughout this week.
Now you know!
