University Convocation: "Activism & Vocation" - William Dickerson-Waheed

Thursday, Jan 18th 2007
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cone Chapel
Free

"Rivers of Change: The Story of Five Unheralded Women in Montgomery and Their Struggle for Justice and Dignity" is a film that chronicles the untold stories of women who fought discrimination and segregation in the United States and how their collective efforts changed a nation and impacted the world. It is the story of a 102-year legal battle that culminated in Montgomery, Alabama in 1956 when the actions of these women brought about the Montgomery Bus Boycott and an end to segregated seating on intra-city buses. Their action signaled the beginning of the modern day Black Civil Rights Movement, and ultimately ensured the inalienable rights of all Americans. William Dickerson-Waheed, the documentary’s producer/writer/director, will screen segments of the film and talk about his vocation as an activist.

The University Convocation Series is facilitated through the Office of the Chaplain and planned by the students of IDS 202 (Convo: Campus/Community/Cosmos).

For More Information:
   Sponsored by Chaplain
   Contact Holli Davenport, hdavenpo, x6213
   or Visit www.willamette.edu/dept/chaplain/convo.htm
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