Save the Date!
Florida International University will be hosting the Nova Star Juneteenth Scholarship Competition Show on June 12, 2024, its annual Freedom Day celebration on June 15, 2024, as well as the closing ceremony on June 19, 2024. We hope to see you there!
The Nova Star Juneteenth Competition Show
As part of our weeklong Juneteenth Celebration, FIU will be hosting the third annual Nova Star Juneteenth Scholarship Competition Show on June 12, 2024, at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC).
This competition showcases FIU’s Nova Court: students who exemplify leadership qualities, self-confidence, and a commitment to their FIU community and beyond. The contest awards over $8,250 in scholarships to the contestants, including $3,000 to the top winner. Contestants compete in categories such as FIU spirit, talent, Q & A session, and a short speech on an issue they are passionate about.
Spoken Word Scholarship
Spoken word is an important historical aspect of the African and African Diasporic creative tradition and has the power to inspire both thought and action.
All interested, currently enrolled, degree-seeking students attending Florida International University—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or other social and personal identities— are welcome to submit their work for consideration. This year's theme prompts us to "Celebrate, Educate, and Heal".
Those participating in the Nova Star Spoken Word Competition are eligible for one of the following two scholarships if selected as finalists:
Nova Star Griot: $1000
Nova Star Jaliyaa: $500
Interested in Volunteering for Juneteenth?
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer to assist in the planning and facilitation of our grand Juneteenth events, please fill out the interest form below.
Support FIU's Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate with us by becoming a sponsor for our Nova Star Scholarship Competition and the Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
Want to spread the word about our Juneteenth Celebration? Access the press kit
What does Juneteenth mean to FIU Panthers?
Educating, celebrating, and embracing the truths of Juneteenth can serve to expand the collective knowledge of our entire FIU community. Celebrating Juneteenth complements the work of the founding fathers, being the architects of the Declaration of Independence, and brings to the conversation, the 400 years black Americans have tried to achieve equality in enjoying ‘life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.’