The Social Justice Alliance continues to honor the legacy of BSU student 1st Lt. Richard W. Collins III, who was murdered in 2017 by a UMD student. This event is hosted by the BSU/UMD Social Justice Alliance, the 2nd Lieutenant Richard W. Collins III Foundation and the UMD Anti-Black Racism Initiative.
For questions, please contact Victoria Alexander (she/her/hers), at valex@umd.edu.
Social Justice Alliance Spring Symposium
Rise Up: Mobilizing for Justice and Democracy
- Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
- Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, Bowie State University, 14000 Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD 20715-9465
This year’s symposium seeks to inspire meaningful dialogue and action around the urgent issues of social justice, civic engagement, and democratic renewal. The BSU-UMD Social Justice Alliance annual symposium will bring together changemakers, scholars, and community leaders to explore the power of grassroots mobilization, coalition-building, and activism in today’s complex social and political landscape.
Parking information will be shared prior to the event. Transportation will be provided for folks traveling from UMD's campus, more information to come.
Presenters
- Moderator
Symone Sanders, MSNBC Political Commentator
- Panelist
Karine Jean-Pierre, Former White House Secretary
- Panelist
Aisha Braveboy, State's Attorney
- Panelist
Alonzo Washington, Maryland State Senator
- Panelist
Elizabeth Booker Houston, Political Content Creator
Special Performer with BSU's Gospel ChoirLeon Timbo, Singer/Songwriter
Some write music as a creative release. Others feel compelled to perform. For country-soul singer-songwriter Leon Timbo, music is used as a form of growth and healing. Timbo has long regarded music as an indispensable aspect of his life for as long as he can remember. View Leon Timbo's complete bio.