{"id":388351,"date":"2026-09-02T15:08:08","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T15:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/388351\/"},"modified":"2026-09-02T15:08:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T15:08:08","slug":"miami-dade-college-to-unveil-historical-marker-honoring-congresswoman-carrie-p-meek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/388351\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Dade College to Unveil Historical Marker Honoring Congresswoman Carrie P. Meek"},"content":{"rendered":"

MIAMI, Fla. \u2014 Sept. 2, 2026 \u2014 Miami Dade College (MDC) will host a special community celebration at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Carrie P. Meek Entrepreneurial Education Center<\/a> (MEEC) to unveil a historical marker honoring the life and legacy of Congresswoman Carrie P. Meek and commemorate the Center\u2019s recent designation by the Florida Civil Rights Museum. The event will also feature a ceremonial check presentation from Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, recognizing continued investments in education and community advancement.<\/p>\n

\u201cCongresswoman Carrie P. Meek was a trailblazer who opened doors that had too often been closed to others,\u201d said\u00a0MDC President Madeline Pumariega. \u201cHer courage, leadership and unwavering\u00a0commitment to South Florida and Miami Dade College\u00a0helped change the course of our community. This historical marker is a lasting reminder of the difference one determined leader can make\u2014and of the responsibility we have to carry that spirit of service forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

The unveiling of the historical marker will honor Congresswoman Meek\u2019s lifelong commitment to public service, educational opportunity, economic empowerment and advocacy for underserved communities. A pioneering educator and legislator, Meek broke barriers throughout her distinguished career and left an indelible mark on South Florida and the nation.<\/p>\n

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, who has continued the tradition of championing educational and economic opportunities throughout South Florida, will participate in the ceremony and present a commemorative check supporting ongoing community-focused initiatives.<\/p>\n

Community leaders, elected officials, educators, students, alumni and residents are expected to attend the celebration honoring a transformational leader whose impact continues to shape generations.<\/p>\n

For more information, please contact Miami Dade College North Campus at 305-237-1900.<\/p>\n

What: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MDC to Unveil Historical Marker Honoring Congresswoman Carrie P. Meek<\/p>\n

When: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Saturday, Sept. 5 at 11 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MDC\u2019s Carrie P. Meek Entrepreneurial Education Center, 6300 NW 7th Avenue, Miami, FL 33150<\/p>\n

Access the Center\u2019s map<\/a><\/p>\n

About the Carrie P. Meek Entrepreneurial Education Center<\/p>\n

As part of MDC\u2019s North Campus and located in the heart of Liberty City, the Meek Center is a major outreach center with a focus on entrepreneurship, business-related programs, technology, community development and vocational programs. Here, students can obtain essential skills that will position them as in-demand candidates in today\u2019s job market. Additionally, the Center offers a full range of academic support services and programs to assist students with the completion of general education requirements for associate degrees. The Meek Center also offers opportunities to engage in a variety of seminars, conferences and workshops. To find out more, visit https:\/\/www.mdc.edu\/meek\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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