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Joy Harjo, the first Native American U.S. poet laureate, recited poetry and excerpts from her memoir “Crazy Brave” at a virtual event hosted by the Boston University School of Theology on Sunday. COURTESY OF JOY HARJO

U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo speaks on poetry and spirituality

Julia Furnari October 7, 2020

Joy Harjo, a member of the Muscogee Nation, is the first Native American poet laureate of the United States. The poet spoke to the Boston University School of Theology Sunday about the intersections of...

The “Free at Last” sculpture in Marsh Plaza, erected in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.. The 50th anniversary of the assassination of BU alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. was marked Wednesday. PHOTO BY FELIX PHILLIPS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU honors legacy of alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. with discussions and activities

Haley Lerner April 5, 2018
Wednesday marked the 50th anniversary of the assassination of civil rights activist and Boston University alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. BU has held multiple events throughout the week to honor his life and legacy, including lectures, prayer services, panels and a concert.
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