Update: 7/22/2024
On June18, the University Libraries had the incredible honor of hosting Jaki Shelton Green for our Juneteenth celebration. Jaki Shelton Green, the first African American and third woman to serve as North Carolina Poet Laureate, captivated our audience with her profound poetry. The event was held in the Solarium of the Plemmons Student Union. The event was well attended and the audience listened to her works of prose and poetry. Desserts and beverages were generously provided by Inspired D'Lites, a well known Black-owned business here in Hickory, North Carolina.
The impactful words of Jaki Shelton Green left a lasting impression on everyone present. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth and share this remarkable experience with our community.
Pictured: Dean Sue Polanka, Jamie Parson, Jaki Shelton Green, Traci Royster
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The University Libraries are pleased to announce the 2024 Juneteenth Celebration taking place on June 18th, 2024, doors open at 12:00 noon with the talk beginning at 12:30pm in the Plemmons Student Union Solarium. This event will feature a guest speaker, Jaki Shelton Green. Jaki Shelton Green is the first African American and third woman to be appointed as the North Carolina Poet Laureate. Desserts and beverages will also be provided by a small Black-owned business, Inspired D'Lites.
Please register you and your guests at the link below:
https://engage.appstate.edu/event/10169935
If you have questions or need assistance please call 828-262-2087.
2024 Juneteenth Celebration, Jaki Shelton Green
