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On Saturday, Oct. 10, six members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ community were recognized for their service and dedication at an awards ceremony during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2026.

Smiles. Tears. Hugs. Laughter. For graduates in the Class of 2026 who recognize African cultures and histories, an annual program on the eve of Commencement was marked by powerful expressions of community, love and family.

Students were recognized for outstanding academic achievements during the annual event.

Funding from the endowment will support the purchase of authentic, handwoven West African Kente cloth stoles that each student receives at the Donning of the Kente ceremony.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumni, family and friends were welcomed back to campus for a Phoenix-filled Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.

The annual ceremony recognizes the achievements of Â鶹ÊÓƵ's graduating students who recognize their African roots.

At an awards ceremony during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, five members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ community were honored for their dedication and service.

Crawford, the CEO and Founder of Crawford Leadership Strategies (CLS), said her mission is to motivate and inspire others to take action in their lives and their careers.

Black students in the Class of 2022 were honored in the annual cultural ceremony.

Kris Jiles ’15, Kelli Palmer ’98, Brittany Carroll ’11, Marilyn Slade and Steve Walker ’93 were honored Nov. 6 during the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Black Alumni Network’s 25th Anniversary Awards Brunch.