The University of Washington has a longstanding commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a profound interest in cultivating a diverse student body. The Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) and the Friends of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) are pleased to present the 50th annual Celebration, on May 12, 2021.
In light of public health guidelines and after thoughtful consideration for the health and wellness of our community, we are canceling OMA&D’s signature annual gala, Celebration and will recognize our students and the Odegaard recipient on May 12, 2021. While deeply disappointing, this preventative action allows our community to avoid communal contact and ensures that all those who have been looking forward to this event will be able to do so at a future date.
If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact omadevnt@uw.edu.
Celebration features the outstanding achievements, inspiring stories and academic success of our students. As the UW’s signature event to support diversity, Celebration also raises funds for EOP scholarships and recognizes the Charles E. Odegaard Award recipient. Here we create connections within our community of corporate partners, individuals, philanthropists, sovereign nations and with our students. By celebrating the Odegaard Award recipient, we honor an inspirational community member who is an example to us all.
SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, May 12, 2021
When:
5:00 p.m. – Reception
6:00 p.m. – Call to Dinner
6:30 p.m. – Celebration
Registration will open in March. For more information, contact Daya Terry at wnmterry@uw.edu / (206) 616-2492.
To request disability accommodation, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (voice), 206-543-6452 (TTY), 206-685-7264 (fax), or dso@uw.edu. The University of Washington makes every effort to honor disability accommodation requests. Requests can be responded to most effectively if received as far in advance of the event as possible, preferably at least 10 days.
Awards
EOP Scholarships
EOP scholarship awards are presented to students who have made impressive contributions to our campus and community, while achieving academic excellence.
Charles E. Odegaard Award
The Odegaard Award honors a member of our community whose leadership sustains the former UW President’s distinguished work on behalf of diversity at the UW.
2019 Celebration Videos – Meet our Award Recipients
2020 Partners
Star 50th Presenting Partner
Corporate Presenting Partner
Diamond Partners
