Honoring the Life and Legacy of Lt. Collins
“Let us never forget that we must always combat hate with love. This plaza is a celebration of his life. It’s a start in bringing us all together. We must make sure that we will create a better world, to honor Lt. Richard Collins, and to remove hate from this planet.” –President Pines
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.
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