Lt. Richard Collins III Plaza | Dedication Ceremony
On May 16, 2022, the University of Maryland hosted a dedication ceremony for the new Lt. Richard Collins III Plaza, which honors the life and legacy of Lt. Collins. Hundreds of university community members gathered alongside social justice activists, community leaders, government officials, family and friends of the Collins family to remember Lt. Collins and advance important discussions on social justice and equity for all.
“His young life exemplified all that is good and hopeful in a world that too often dismisses the sanctity of human life itself,” Richard Collins said on behalf of his family. “It is my desire that we all take with us the spirit of adding daily to the stock of our moral courage.” Dawn Collins spoke directly to her son, adding, “I promised you that I would ensure that the world will know your name. This is only the beginning.”
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