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Commemorating Juneteenth at UC San Diego

Celebrated on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. UC San Diego is honoring this pivotal moment in our nation’s history with a series of events, ranging from a daylong community celebration to a symposium centered around enhancing the Black student experience.

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