Alabama State University Celebrates its 114th Founders’ Day
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Alabama State University is celebrating its 114th Founders’ Day this week, with activities honoring the hope and heritage of the Marion Nine.
This year’s theme is “The Legacy of Nine: Honoring Their Hope and Our Heritage.”
During the weeklong festivities from February third to the seventh, the University will host a series of events honoring the memory of the the Marion Nine, who helped fund the beginnings of Alabama State University.
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Monday, there will be a student lecture series at 11 A.M. On Tuesday, there will be a community day of service. Then on Wednesday, there will be a lunch benefit hosted by the ASU leadership team.
On Thursday, several events will honor the university’s presidents and will be followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at 1 P.M. Then on the finale on Friday, the university welcomes new president, Doctor Gwendolyn Boyd for a convocation speech.
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All Founders’ Day events are free and open to the public.
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