UN DAY 2025
Sunday, October 19
5 pm – 8 pm
Doors open at 4:30 pm
MSU Kellogg Center
219 S Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48824
GL-UNA'S 2025 UN DAY CELEBRATION
Join us for the 2025 UN Day Celebration on Sunday, October 19, in the Lincoln Room at the Kellogg Center as we gather to commemorate the work of the United Nations and local leaders.
The evening will feature a delicious meal, live entertainment, and the presentation of awards to our 2025 honorees for their contributions in global health, sustainable development, and education.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and the program begins at 5:00 p.m.
If you’re not yet a GL-UNA member, we encourage you to explore the benefits of UNA-USA membership before registering for the event. GL-UNA members enjoy a discount on their UN Day tickets and much more. Learn more here.
Purchase Tickets
Each ticket includes a meal (salad, entree, dessert, and beverage) and parking. When purchasing your ticket, please select your meal option. When you purchase multiple tickets you must select a menu option for each ticket.
Deadline to purchase tickets is October 9, 2025
TICKET PRICES
- Students: $20
- Members: $40
- Non-members: $50
MENU OPTIONS
- Churrascaria Salmon – Gluten Free
- Pesto & Parmesan Chicken Breast with a Ricotta Lasagna Roll
- Stuffed Roasted Poblanos – Vegetarian
UN DAY AWARDEES
Arthur H. Vandenberg Awardee
Dr. Karim Maredia
Dr. Karim Maredia is a Professor and Senior Associate to the Dean in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University (MSU). He serves as the Director of the World Technology Access (WorldTAP) Program.
Dr. Maredia has been actively involved in international training, capacity building, and technology transfer programs. He has worked in numerous international development projects funded by the USAID, USDA, UN-FAO, the World Bank, Rockefeller Foundation, Winrock International, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Prior to joining Michigan State University in 1989, Dr. Maredia worked with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) in Mexico as a Research Scientist for three years.
Global Goals – Local Leader Awardee
Dr. David ArnostI
David Arnosti is committed to leading interfaith efforts to care for Creation and promote climate justice through his work with the Capital Area Chapter of Michigan Interfaith Power and Light (miipl.org). Since 2020, he has worked with dedicated members from fifteen local houses of worship to support renewable energy and sustainability in their congregations and in the wider Lansing community. The Capital Area Chapter originated and funded a project to support the work of the South Side Community Coalition, allowing this nonprofit to “go solar” with a 13 kW solar roof, saving thousands in utility costs and bringing renewables to south Lansing. Working with the Ingham County Land Bank, the Capital Area Chapter congregations outfitted a new low-income house with a 9 kW solar energy system, allowing the new homeowner on Avalon Street in south Lansing to profit from self-generated power. These projects have inspired further implementation of renewable energy in Lansing area houses of worship and low-income housing.
Global Education – Educator Awardees
Dr. Neliswa Ndibongo-LeCorn
Science teacher, Lansing Christian High School
Dr. Ndibongo-LeCorn has fostered global education and international understanding during her tenure at LCS. In addition to founding and advising the school’s Multicultural Club, she has developed exchanged programs with high schools in Rwanda and South Africa.
ChristopherTyler
Math teacher, Waverly High School
Mr. Tyler has availed himself of opportunities for educational travels to Europe and Ghana, bringing back to his mathematics classrooms globally relevant materials helping his students to apply math concepts while exploring global issues. In addition, he has been actively engaged with projects linking Waverly students with peers in Ghana and in Rwanda.
Global Education – Student Awardees
Saymara Beard
Waverly High School
My post high school plans include studying at Michigan State University getting my undergraduate degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders. My plan with this degree is to eventually attend grad school to become certified in speech and language pathology. Then, I can travel to countries where speech therapy is not easily accessible.
Elizabeth Gutierrez
Okemos High School
I will be attending the University of Michigan – Stephen M. Ross School of Business, where I will pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
UN DAY ENTERTAINMENT
Reuben Stump
vocalist & bassist
Max Gage
pianist
Preston Fox
guitarist
Reuben Stump is a vocalist and bassist from Lansing, Michigan. Reuben grew up with a love for all styles of jazz and the great American songbook. In college, Reuben was nurtured by a vibrant Michigan music scene as well as a council of distinguished mentors. Joining him are current Michigan State Graduate Assistants in the Jazz Program, pianist Max Gage and guitarist Preston Fox.
Thank you, co-sponsors!
MSU African Studies Center
Zonta District 15
Zonta Club East Lansing Area
Zonta Club Michigan Capitol Area