NAACP at UNF

04/12/2012

NAACP!

"Prosecutor Angela Corey just announced that George Zimmerman will be arrested and charged with murder.

Over the past six weeks you joined our tireless call for George Zimmerman's arrest, and now we can take solace in knowing the wheels of justice are moving and the voices of millions of Americans have been heard.

Your hard work, petitions, and prayers contributed to this moment.

The arrest of George Zimmerman will not heal the hole that Trayvon's murder left in our hearts. It will not bring him back to his family, nor will it bring back the countless other young, black victims of similar crimes.

But Zimmerman's arrest can serve as a turning point. As we have seen, the system does not always work perfectly. But we have shown that when we stand together as a nation we can compel it to work.

For the NAACP, this case has always been about justice, fairness, and the rule of law. We anticipate and expect a thorough federal investigation of the Sanford Police Department and its role in exacerbating this tragedy.

In the weeks since Trayvon's death, we have stood up to say our sons and daughters will not be victims of such senseless crimes, our nieces and nephews will not be taken from us far too soon, and our grandchildren will not be forced to walk the streets wondering, "What if?"

At this moment we can declare, "Trayvon is the last one." Elected officials, law enforcement officers, and our nation as a whole must understand that racial profiling and the official neglect of the murders of young men of color will not be tolerated. Together we can make sure the world we leave to all of the Trayvons in our lives is a better and safer place.

We must build a movement to push our nation forward. Please take a moment to sign our name wall in memory of Trayvon, and to stand with us in securing justice for our children. In doing so, we each are committing that we will ensure all our children will be treated fairly and protected by those who have sworn they will do just that:

http://action.naacp.org/add-your-name

Thank you for your support,

Ben

Benjamin Todd Jealous
President & CEO
NAACP

04/12/2012

Greetings, NAACP! I am pleased to announce your new administration for 2012 - 2013! Let me begin by thanking our outgoing leaders for a job well done. It was a crucial year of transition for NAACP and I believe we laid the groundwork for a strong future for those to come. With that said, please congratulate your new administration:

Jeremy Reeves, Community Outreach Chairman
Ashley Dye, Fundraising Chairwoman
Monika Shack, Events & Programs Chairwoman
Greg Berry, Public Relations Chairman
Jerel Kight, Membership Chair
Mikayla Shuford, Historian
Jasmine Flourney, Secretary
Monica Riley, Treasurer
Stanford D. Taylor, Vice President
Darianne Stubbs, President

Congratulations to this dynamic group of individuals. I am very proud and excited to see them take on this organization and take it to the next level.

Our final events for 2011 - 2012:

- - Relay for Life, this Friday at 6:00pm until (however long you can last before) Saturday at 6:00am on the SU Ampitheatre. Come out for a great cause. We'll be partnering with the District. Register online at http://relay.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLFY12FL?fr_id=36932&pg=entry
Look for the District team.

- - Spring Splash, this Sunday, April 15, 2012 at 5:00pm at the Fountains Pool. Yes, we got a regular pool and a lazy river pool! Come out for some good food, fun, and friends as we reflect on the year and relax before final exams! We're partnering with UNF Housing! Ladies, get your rompers. Gentlemen, get your beach balls. Let's have a great time.

Please continue to support and become even more involved. Each committee is open for students to join. If you are interested, please see your new administration, as they will be looking to hire/appoint Vice-Chairs for each committee in the coming months. All you need is an N-number, time, and dedication!

I will certainly be around to help out when I can and am always here for any questions you all may have about involvement with NAACP. Once again, thank you all so very much for being apart of a great year. XOXO

Sincerely,

Jennifer D***s, Outgoing President of NAACP at UNF

PS: Please applaud our Members of the Year: Jasmine Jackson and Carmeisha Asberry, and the President's Award Winner, Ms. Darianne Stubbs. Thank you!!

Each person has their own reason to Relay - some are more personal than others - but everyone has an opportunity to fight back. Learn how you can fight back through the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life our efforts are helping create a world with less cancer and more birthdays!

04/11/2012

Looking for leadership opportunities on campus? Well join Naacp at UNF for our annual end of the year elections meeting. It'll be in Ballroom B (TODAY) Wednesday, April 11 at 7:00p.m. Be prepared to sell yourself! ALL positions are open , so don't be afraid to get involved!

04/05/2012

The NAACP at UNF 3rd General Body Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 11th in Student Union Ballroom B. This is a very important meeting! Post here with any questions, comments, or concerns.

03/29/2012

Looking for leadership opportunities on campus? Well join Naacp at UNF for our annual end of the year elections meeting. It'll be in Ballroom B on Wednesday, April 11 at 7:00p.m. Be prepared to sell yourself! ALL positions are open , so don't be afraid to get involved!

02/10/2012

NAACP Voter Registration Drive will kick off on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 11am in the SU Plaza! Looking to get involved, let us know, we're open for suggestions and volunteers are needed! Come out, get registered and make a difference at UNF and in the U.S.!

01/15/2012

Looking to get involved on campus this semester? NAACP at UNF is looking for you too! Attend our First General Body Meeting on Jan 31 at 7:30 in the SU Ballrooms! Get informed, get involved! See you there!

01/11/2012

NAACP at UNF General Body Meeting on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 8pm! Spread the word and see u there!!!

10/18/2011

Happy Birthday to Cherrelle Johnson, Community Outreach Vice-Chair!

10/17/2011

The Clara White Mission Blanket Drive starts tomorrow! Any bedding or clothing that can keep those in need warm for this Winter season is needed. 11:00am to 2:00pm in the UNF Student Union Plaza.

10/09/2011

Thank you to all the students who attended last week's meeting. It was very productive and we are very much looking forward to working with all of you.