50th anniversary Archives

Journalism professor uses art to reconnect with Chicano roots

Michael Kitada created, “Lest We Forget”, a fine art piece that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium.

Ashley Grams, News Editor • September 29, 2020

Tens of thousands of protestors filled the streets of East Los Angeles and marched down Whittier Boulevard on Aug. 29, 1970. They carried signs which read “abrazos no balazos” and raised their fists to represent Chicano power. The demonstrators made their way to Laguna Park and violence...

Pastor urges unity on 50th anniversary of MLK’s death

Chris Brooks gives rousing service dedicated to remembering MLK and racial reconciliation.

John Kay, Freelance Writer • April 4, 2018

In honor of the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s death, Evangel Ministries pastor Chris Brooks’ opening remarks on how to change a nation set the tone for the university’s last Community Chapel of the semester. KING AND THE TRUTH IN A DIVIDED NATION “We don’t live to be...

Corey’s Corner: A call for remembrance and progress

DBC directs attention to chapel on April 4th—the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination.

President Barry Corey • March 20, 2018

Last Saturday night Paula and I listened to the music of Philadelphia native, Ruth Naomi Floyd. I first heard her seven years ago singing in Biola’s Calvary Chapel. With her ensemble this past weekend, she performed a tribute to Frederick Douglass, born 200 years ago. The evening’s songs recalled...