Ducks Cookout

Join the UO Student Alumni Association for a special afternoon at the Ducks Cookout Networking Mixer. This special event offers current Black students the opportunity to connect with alumni, hear about their professional journeys, and gain valuable mentorship and insights. Together, we’ll celebrate shared experiences, build community, and foster meaningful connections.  

Enjoy great food (check out the delicious menu below), inspiring conversations, and the opportunity to share your advice and unique perspectives with the next generation of Black Ducks. Dress in your best family cookout attire and get ready for an afternoon filled with connection, belonging and celebration. Calling all alumni and students. We have space available, register today!

Meet Our Panelists!

J.J. Jones
Vice President, J.P. Morgan
Black Student Union (BSU), Black Male Alliance (BMA), Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) 

Kea Powell

Senior Brand Designer, University of Oregon. 
Kea is involved in campus and community leadership through roles with Snapchat AR Scholars, the UO Black Alumni Network, Black Strategies Group, and Allen Hall Advertising.

Tre'Von Robinson
Assistant Director of Education Programs and Placement, Linfield University
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc., CMAE, Student Leadership Team, BSU, MEChA, Muxeres, Alpha Phi Omega, RHA, Black Campus Ministries, UO Ambassadors, and Graduate Student Council 

Jurell Scott

Marketing Coordinator, Wild Diversity

Thank you to our event partners – Black Alumni Network, Black Student Union, Black Male Alliance, Black Women of Achievement, National Association of Black Journalists, Lylle Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center, and Black Cultural Initiative.

Registration

Students are free!

$10 for UOAA members

$15 for nonmembers

Register today!

Menu

BBQ Chicken
Carolina Smoked Sausage
Mac'n'Cheese
Whipped Garlic & Herb Potatoes
Fresh Seasoned String Beans
Grilled Veggie & Tofu Kabobs
Bread Rolls

Schedule

2:00- Check-In
2:20- Opening Remarks
2:30- Food Opens/ Mix and Mingle
3:00- Alumni Panel Starts/ Q&A
3:45- Activity
4:30- Event closes

Attire

Family Reunion/Spring Themed 🦆

Parking

The Eugene marathon will be happening on this day. Please plan to arrive early to find parking. There will be parking available in the Ford Alumni Center Parking structure. Franklin at Agate will be closed until 2pm that day so the best way to get to the building will probably be from Franklin Blvd westbound.