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WHAT: The ×îÐÂÂ鶹Ãâ·Ñ¿´ invites the public to experience and be inspired by a selection of powerful student voices from across Arizona’s three public universities, ×îÐÂÂ鶹Ãâ·Ñ¿´State University, Northern ×îÐÂÂ鶹Ãâ·Ñ¿´University and the University of Arizona, at the Regents’ Cup Storytellers Showcase at Phoenix Art Museum.

Taking place during the museum’s First Friday festivities, this program will showcase winning storytellers from the Regents’ Cup, ABOR’s annual speech and debate competition that champions civil discourse, respectful debate and the art of persuasive storytelling. University students will be sharing engaging narratives with unique and thought-provoking perspectives on this year’s theme: "The Government and the People: The Social Contract."

These selected stories deliver a compelling window into the students’ lived and learned experiences, offering fresh insights into free speech, expression and civic engagement in America. Through their voices, audience members will witness the power of storytelling to spark constructive debate, inspire civil discourse and build bridges toward collaboration.

WHEN: Friday, May 2 

• Doors open at 5 p.m.
• Storytellers program begins at 6 p.m. 

WHERE: Phoenix Art Museum Courtyard

• 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004

WHO: Host: ×îÐÂÂ鶹Ãâ·Ñ¿´

Storytellers: 

• Omar Aljubouriy, ASU
• Yvonne Davis, U of A
• Niki Meyari, ASU
• Charis Hayward, NAU
• Ben Ash, ASU
• Ananya Singvhi, U of A

PARKING: Parking will be available on-site at the museum. 

RSVP: Media interested in covering the event or interviewing Regent Brewster, student participants or Phoenix Art Museum leadership can reach out to Nick Opich (nicholas.opich@azregents.edu).