2026 Lee Roy B. Giles Encouragement Award Ceremony

Memorial Hall, Adinkra Hall

Friday, April 17 2026, 6 - 8pm

The Institute for African American Studies formally recognizes the student recipients of the Lee Roy B. Giles Encouragement Award. We invite them, their families, and peers to join us in celebration of their hard work and discipline.

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2026 Lee Roy B. Giles Encouragement Award Ceremony

Support African American Studies at UGA