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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Civil rights activists and Black Lives Matter activists engaged in a panel discussion as part of a day of events commemorating the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.s Beyond Vietnam speech. (JEANINE SANTUCCI/THE HOYA)

Speakers Urge Greater Awareness of University Role in Social Justice

By Jeanine Santucci April 11, 2017

On the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Beyond Vietnam” speech, speakers called for a greater awareness of the university’s role in addressing racism in the United States in...

Naming the Fire that Defines Me

Naming the Fire that Defines Me

By Alexis Oni - Eseleh January 22, 2015

The first time I ever had to speak as the voice of my entire race, I was four. It was during a kindergarten lesson about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Lucas, a fellow classmate and fashion victim of the...

MLK Initiative to Honor Activist

By Penny Hung November 15, 2012

Planning is underway for the 11th annual Let Freedom Ring Initiative, which will be held this January. Based on the ideals championed in Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail,”...

Musical Celebration Honors Life of Dr. King

By Steven Piccione January 21, 2011

With past guests such as Barack Obama, Aretha Franklin, India.Arie and Brian McKnight, it comes as no shock that this year's annual "Let Freedom Ring" music celebration was packed full to the brim...

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