Congratulations for a wonderful 2023 Juneteenth celebration.
Stanford celebrated the Journey for Freedom that African Americans underwent during the Civil War and the journey that continues today as we work together to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive university and nation. Our Juneteenth events showcased the African American experience through food, art, and culture.
Juneteenth celebrates the date when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned that they were free. More than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect, and two months after the end of the U.S. Civil War, Texas slaves discovered they were freed on June 19, 1865.
Since then, Juneteenth has been commemorated in communities across America, becoming a federal holiday in 2021. To learn more about the history of Juneteenth, please click here.
2023 Events
Juneteenth Justice: Higher Education and the Pathway to a Sustainable Future
Thursday 6/8, 1:30pm-3:00pm
Location: EVGR Pavilion
This event focused on an engaging conversation with Jim Embry, Agrarian Intellectual Activist and Founder of Sustainable Communities Network, award winning Chef Tanya Holland, and our very own Dr. Ayodele Thomas. Jim has worked to connect social justice, food justice and environmental justice for the past 50 years. This event was hosted and moderated by Dr. Shirley J. Everett, Senior Associate Vice Provost, R&DE Senior Adviser to the Provost on Equity and Inclusion.
Hosted by: Residential & Dining Enterprises
CSI SLAC Summer Camp Juneteenth Celebration
For the SLAC community
Friday 6/16
12:30 p.m. Camp Poster Session - B053 Main Lobby
2:00 p.m. Musical Performance - Main Quad
Location: SLAC
Organized by the CORE Science Institute for its Summer Camp, students and visitors enjoyed live music while learning about historical and educational information about June 19. SLAC tours were also conducted during the event.
Hosted by: SLAC
Live Cooking Session
Monday 6/19, Noon - 1:15 pm
Conducted by Chef Terry Braggs, and held in front of a live student audience, Chef Braggs created delicious dishes rooted in the Black experience. During his session, Chef Braggs prepared Red Velvet Waffles with Fried Chicken Wings, and Shrimp & Fonio Grits. The flavorful menu showcased the fusion of African and Caribbean influences. View recipes
Hosted by: Residential & Dining Enterprises
Interactive Art Collaborative
Tuesday 6/20, Noon - 1:00pm
Location: The HUB at Stanford Research Park (SRP) – 3215 Porter Drive
Held at Stanford Research Park (SRP), Stanford artist and lecturer Lauren Toomer, MFA, walked participants through each step of the creation. Participants created standard prints on 6" x 8" or 9" x 12" paper and made "thank you" cards to give to someone they know. Attendees came together to honor the history and importance of Juneteenth through beautiful art!
Hosted by: SRP
Food & Community Fish Fry at Stanford Redwood City
Tuesday 6/20, 11:30 am -1:00 pm
Location: Stanford Square – SRWC
Hosted at Stanford Redwood City, the event menu featured Cornmeal Fried Catfish with Spicy Coleslaw, Braised Collard Greens with Whole Grain Mustard, Cheesy Mac and Cheese, Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Whipped Cream, and Hibiscus Shaved Ice available at the campus celebration. Attendees were able to enjoy a live performance during their lunch.
Sponsored by: Stanford Redwood City | Business Affairs | Land, Buildings & Real Estate | Residential Dining & Enterprises
Meal Kits for Preorder | Café Special Menu
Location: SRWC - Cardinal Café, Cardinal To Go
Running through June 20th, members of the Stanford community were able to preorder ready-to-eat meal kits for pick up at Cardinal To Go in Redwood City. The meals included Spicy Jambalaya, Braised Collard Greens, Cornbread and Red Velvet Cake. Preorder today to bring home a delicious meal to share with family and friends!
A Cardinal Café lunch special was offered and featured BBQ Pork Ribs, Black Eyed Peas, and Candied Yams.
Hosted by: Residential & Dining Enterprises
Cultural Performance - The Malonga Arts Collective
Tuesday 6/20, 12:30pm-1:00 pm
Location: Stanford Square – SRWC
The Malonga Arts Collective (MAC) at Stanford Square in front of Cardinal Hall for an ethnic Bantaba drum and dance performance. Bantaba takes its name from a Mandingo term that describes the “community circle and gathering place for all important events.” Members of the SRWC campus came together to celebrate the importance of Juneteenth with traditional West African music and dance.
Hosted by: SRWC
Black History Exhibit - The Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center
Tuesday 6/20 and Wednesday 6/21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: SRWC – Cardinal Hall Conference Center, Room C104
Attendees explored Juneteenth history via a pop-up museum June 20 to 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cardinal Hall Conference Center, Room 104. The Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center displayed many photos and artifacts on display to share the rich history that African Americans have contributed to the American experience.
Hosted by: SRWC and VP Business Affairs
Juneteenth Educational Panel Discussion
Thursday 6/22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Zoom
Moderated by Frank Larteri III, R&DE Senior Manager for DEIB and Special Projects, this engaging, education panel included topics ranging from the Emancipation Proclamation, Reconstruction, Jim Crow laws, the Great Migration, the civil rights movement, George Floyd and more. This discussion focused on the transitive nature of information and its impact throughout American history.
Panelists:
Walt Ashe - Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, GSB
John A. Brown - Help Center Counselor, Faculty Staff Help Center
Terri Flamer - Access & Security Coordinator, SRWC, LBRE
Terrance Mayes - Executive Director and Associate Dean, School of Medicine, Strategic Initiatives
Dr. Ayodele Thomas - Associate Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging | Lecturer, University Human Resources
Hosted by: Residential & Dining Enterprises
Remembering the Legacy of Slavery – Celebrating Freedom: A music celebration of Juneteenth and Black Culture
Thursday 6/22, 2:00pm - 5:30pm
Location: Clark Center Back Courtyard
Attendees enjoyed an afternoon of live music, great food, and drinks in the Clark Center Back Courtyard. This event featured live performances from two of San Francisco's most incredible band ensembles: the Daria Johnson Band and The West Coast Caravan of All-Stars. Friends and family came together to celebrate freedom and African American culture with the community!
Hosted by: Bio-X
Quilt Exhibit & Presentation
Thursday 6/22, 11:00am-1:30 pm
Location: Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center (Lane/Lyons/Lodato conference rooms)
The African American Quilt Guild of Oakland (AAQGO) shared their over 20 year history as well as their contributions to the East Bay Community and beyond. The presenter reviewed the historic and artistic qualities displayed in the African American quilting tradition. Several members of AAQGO were also on hand to share some of their quilts.
Hosted by: Stanford Black Staff Alliance (BSA)
Food & Community Fish Fry at the Black House
Friday 6/23, Noon - 1:30pm
Location: Black Community Service Center
Held at the Black Community Service Center, attendees enjoyed Cornmeal Fried Catfish with Spicy Coleslaw, Braised Collard Greens with Whole Grain Mustard, Cheesy Mac and Cheese and Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Whipped Cream as well as Hibiscus Shaved Ice.
Hosted by: Residential & Dining Enterprises
Summer Music Series Kickoff
Sunday, 6/25, 11:00am
Location: Memorial Church
Juneteenth Worship launched the summer Series, which featured the Memorial Church Choir along with Quen Smith as our Gospel Soloist and Sandra Iglehart Ensemble..
The Summer Sacred Music Series invites choirs from the Bay area to Stanford Memorial Church each year to share their gifts and talents in a town and gown worship that celebrates the rich cultural heritages of the Bay Area. Each week we will host a different choir with sacred readings and prayers in worship and rejoice together in our Summer of Sacred Joy!
Hosted by: Stanford Office for Religious and Spiritual Life
Leadership
- Vice Provost for Institutional Equity, Access, and Community
- Senior Associate Vice Provost, R&DE, Senior Adviser to the Provost on Equity and Inclusion
- Associate Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Committee Members
- Director, IT Strategic Communications, University IT
- Administrative Associate
- Campus Services Program Manager
- Stanford Research Park Programs Manager Real Estate Operations
- Dosimetry Coordinator, Environmental Health and Safety
- Senior Director of Creative and Digital Services, Residential & Dining Enterprises
- Director, Black Community Services Center, Vice Provost for Student Affairs
- Senior Associate Dean, Office for Religious and Spiritual Life; Pastor, Stanford Memorial Church
- Learning & Organizational Development Specialist
- Graphic Designer & Production Assistant, Residential & Dining Enterprises
- Executive Director of Finance, Operations, & Programs, Stanford Bio-X
- Assistant Director of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI), University - Staff, School of Medicine - Human Resources Group
- Chief Diversity Officer, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
- Zones Senior Project Manager, Department of Project Management
- Senior Manager for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB) and Special Projects, Residential & Dining Enterprises
- District Director, LBRE
- Assistant Director for Marketing Engagement, Communications Residential & Dining Enterprises
- Manager of Thermal Systems Maintenance Energy Operations
- Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator Stanford Genome Technology Center
- Director Campus Service & Engagement, Stanford Redwood City
- Communications Associate, CIO Office, UIT
- Chief of Staff, University IT
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support.
