In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the GSSM Committee for Inclusive Excellence hosted a Creative Expression Contest. Students, faculty, and staff voted for the creative work they felt best celebrates Dr. King's life and legacy.
Congratulations to Brinda Panchal, artist of the winning submission!
He Has a Dream
Brinda Panchal
Artist Statement: The image I drew is from Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream..." speech about his hope to see equality between differing races and cultures. While Martin Luther King Jr.'s influence on the Civil Rights Movement was significant and is still discussed today, issues with racial discrimination and prejudice persist. My goal with this piece was to remind us that it is up to us to fulfill his dream of equality.
Thank you to all who submitted their creative works. We appreciate you celebrating Dr. King with your creativity!
Dream to Vision
Dr. Zaria O'Bryant
Artist Statement: “Dream to Vision” is my reflection on the life and work of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is a charge for all of us to keep climbing higher together. It reminds me, that in community with one another, we can experience joy along life’s challenging journey to the mountaintop.
Symphony of Brotherhood
Pam Altman
Artist Statement: This quote is part of Dr. King's "I Have A Dream" speech, and the imagery struck me. While there is still discord in our nation today, I have faith that we will continue to transform ourselves into a symphony of brotherhood.