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Trinity Observes September 11 Anniversary


 

 

Trinity College will offer a daylong series of observances to commemorate the anniversary of September 11:

Classes will be held as scheduled all day with discussions, reflections, and academic perspectives around September 11 issues. These classes will be open to the community.

8:30 a.m. : Prayer service and reflections, Seymour Court

10 a.m.: Community Reflections, Social Hall
Small group gatherings to discuss different topics and personal perspectives on September 11 and the events that have followed.

11 a.m.: Remarks and Discussion, Social Hall
Dr. Bob Maguire ("Setting the Stage: Reflections on Global Disparities and The Links with 9/11") and Dr. Gillian Clissold ("Post September 11 Diplomacy: A Missed Opportunity to Move Beyond the 'Ugly American' Syndrome") will lead a full group discussion of issues related to the impact of September 11 on the role of the U.S. internationally.

Noon: The morning program in Social Hall will close with a community sing. Dr. Sharon Shafer has created a special arrangement of "My Lord, What a Morning!" to reflect on the day.

6:15 p.m.: Candlelight vigil around the Trinity flagpole to remember and honor the victims of September 11. Dr. Sharon Shafer will once again lead us with her original musical composition reflecting on the day.

7:00 p.m.: Remarks and Discussion, Social Hall
"September 11 and the Intelligence Community"
Dr. Lenora Peters-Gant is a special guest at Trinity, a CIA Scholar in Residence. She is a deputy directory of the CIA for Community Management. This lecture and discussion will be an opportunity for the Trinity community to welcome Dr. Peters-Gant.

Trinity Remembers the Victims of September 11.

For more information, contact Ann Pauley, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, 202/884-9725, pauleya@trinitydc.edu

 

 

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