On Thursday, June 17, 2021 President Biden declared a federal holiday for Juneteenth. Juneteenth is a celebration to commemorate the end of chattel slavery in the United States and is regularly observed with celebrations on June 19.
President Drake announced Juneteenth will be added to UC’s calendar of holidays. This year, UC will observe this holiday on Monday, June 28, 2021. Starting in 2022, UC will celebrate the Juneteenth holiday according to the federal calendar.
To view President Drake’s full announcement, visit UCnet – President Drake announces Juneteenth a new UC holiday.
Additionally, the campus community is invited to learn about Juneteenth. UCR BFASA, ASP and UCR BAC are hosting a Juneteenth Celebration today:
Juneteenth Celebration
Dive deeper into the meaning of Juneteenth with keynote Dr. Charles Lee-Johnson, live vocals by UCR’s very own Rochelle Settle, with spoken word and powerful breakout discussion. Do not miss history in the making. For more information visit the UCR Juneteenth Celebration 2021 event listing.
When: Friday, June 18, 2021 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Zoom: 975 3118 3840
Passcode: 768505 (for special accommodations, please email BFASA@UCR.edu)