# L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony featuring Kevin Powell

L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony featuring Kevin Powell at Medgar Evers College, Friday 6 November 2026, 10:00.

- Venue: Medgar Evers College
- Go to page: https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/l-e-a-p-awards-ceremony-featuring-kevin-powell/

![L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony featuring Kevin Powell](https://noky.io/images/66e5e8b6bc85ac1c99b52df203ec340132da3680052cb2c0642d8e21a330014c-2000.webp)

The L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony is a celebration of the achievements of the Learning & Educational Assistance Program (LEAP) Fall 2026 cohort, honoring its outstanding students. Medgar Evers College hosts the ceremony, welcoming special guest Kevin Powell, a GRAMMY-nominated poet, human and civil rights activist, and celebrated author. Attendees can hear an inspiring message on leadership, activism, and community growth.

## Dates

- Friday 6 November 10:00 — Medgar Evers College

Written by a model, sources: [mec.cuny.edu](https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/l-e-a-p-awards-ceremony-featuring-kevin-powell/)

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