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Members of the Jesse Christopher James Family are joined by President Kitts, Mrs. Kitts, and other members of the UNA community for the naming ceremony of the ROAR Pantry in memory of Jesse.
Jesse Christopher James鈥 Legacy Lives on Through UNA鈥檚 ROAR Pantry
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Members of the Jesse Christopher James Family are joined by President Kitts, Mrs. Kitts, and other members of the UNA community for the naming ceremony of the ROAR Pantry in memory of Jesse.

Jesse Christopher James鈥 Legacy Lives on Through UNA鈥檚 ROAR Pantry

Just more than two years ago, 18-year-old Jesse Christopher James passed away as a result of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident in Florence. The story of that time, and the months that have passed since, continue to be difficult for his family, and today, at the 国产AV, there is a beacon of hope as the ROAR Pantry was named in Jesse鈥檚 memory.

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UNA President Dr. Ken Kitts, left, and Vice President for Advancement Kevin Haslam unveil they Shine On, Gold comprehensive campaign fundraising goal to-date, which has exceeded it's $100 million goal.

Shine On, Gold Comprehensive Campaign Exceeds $100 Million Goal; Six Weeks Remaining to Give a Gift

The Shine On, Gold Comprehensive Campaign to raise $100 million for the 国产AV has announced it has exceeded its goal and continues to fundraise until the official conclusion at the end of September. With six weeks remaining in the campaign, the goal has been met and exceed at $104,353,440 raised.

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