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James Meredith reacts to a video honoring the advancement of African American students at the University of Mississippi during the Black Alumni Reunion Awards Gala Saturday night. Meredith was the first African American to attend Ole Miss, admitted in 1962. Photo by Billy Schuerman
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James Meredith reacts to a video honoring the advancement of African American students at the University of Mississippi. Meredith was the first African American to attend Ole Miss, admitted in 1962. Photo by Billy Schuerman
James Meredith reacts when his name is called to receive the Lifetime Achievement award during the gala. Photo by Billy Schuerman
Torie Marion White, associate director of the Alumni Association, gives closing remarks at the Black Alumni Reunion Gala Saturday night. The event honored outstanding members of the Black Alumni community. Photo by Billy Schuerman
Terrence Metcalf (left) and Peggie Gillom-Granderson (center) receive the Celebrated Athlete awards during the Black Awards Alumni Reunion Gala Saturday night. Metcalf is a former Ole Miss All-American offensive lineman (1997, 1999-2001) and went on to play football for the Chicago Bears 2002-08. Gillom started for the women’s basketball team (1976-80) and holds the all-time leading scorer and rebounder record. She has been the women’s basketball associate head coach since 2003. Photo by Billy Schuerman
Reginald H. Turner receives the award for Community and Civic Service at the Black Alumni Reunion Gala. Turner was involved in more than 22 organizations while attending Ole Miss. Photo by Billy Schuerman
Donald Cole (center) receives the Trail Blazer award during the Black Alumni Reunion Gala. The award recognizes Ole Miss alumni who served a vital role in the progress of black faculty, staff, alumni and students at Ole Miss. Photo by Billy Schuerman
FROM LEFT (with awards): Barbara Howard, Reginald H. Turner and Rashad Ali receive the Rev. Wayne Johnson Community and Civic Award during the Black Alumni Reunion Gala. The award recognizes exceptional service by Ole Miss alumni through commitment to their community in a civic, ministerial or volunteer capacity. Photo by Billy Schuerman

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