CSU JUNETEENTH SYMPOSIUM


California State University (CSU) and California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) banner featuring the text ‘Pathways to Progress: Legacy, Learning, Leadership’ over a colorful geometric background with stylized silhouettes of diverse faces and a graduation cap.

Please join the California State University for a system wide virtual Juneteenth commemoration honoring history, reflection and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice.

JUNETEENTH 2026 SYMPOSIUM
June 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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Colorful mural titled ‘Absolute Equality’ in Galveston, Texas, depicting scenes from Black history and Juneteenth, including enslaved people, Union soldiers, a central figure writing the emancipation order, and African American communities celebrating freedom, framed by an American flag motif.

The “Absolute Equality” mural in Galveston, Texas, stands as a powerful symbol of where Juneteenth began and the enduring promise it represents. In that same spirit, the California State University Juneteenth Symposium, hosted by Cal State LA, brings together the CSU community to reflect, engage, and advance the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equity, recognizing that Black history is, and has always been, American history.

Guided by the theme Pathways to Progress: Legacy, Learning, and Leadership, the symposium bridges history with action, honoring the past while challenging us to shape a more just future. This dynamic, systemwide gathering unites voices from across CSU campuses to celebrate the central role of Black history in our shared national story, elevate student success, and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Grounded in reflection, learning, and collective action, the symposium creates a meaningful space for dialogue, connection, and a shared commitment to equity across the CSU.

If you have questions about the event, please email [email protected].

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