Vigil Held To Remember Victims

Published June 17, 2016

The CSULB community came together on Thursday to hold a vigil in remembrance of the victims of the Orlando tragedy. Late Saturday night 49 people were killed by a gun man in an Orlando night club that served the LGBTQ community. President Jane Conoley and Vice President of Student Affairs Carmen Taylor spoke at the vigil. Remarks were also made by Dr. Jonathan Paul, Dr. Benjamin Lemaster and student Clarissa Hernandez. This is a collection of photos from the event. 

A rainbow ribbon on the chest of an attendee
An attendee secures a rainbow ribbon to their sweater. 
Speaker Dr. Jonathan Paul and LGBTQ Center Executive Directo
Speaker Dr. Jonathan Paul and LGBTQ Center Executive Director Porter Gilberg embrace. 
President Conoley addresses the crowd.
Presiden Conoley addresses the crowd. 
Dr. Benjamin Lemaster shares words.
Dr. Benjamin Lemaster shares words. 
Two attendees embrace.
Two attendees embrace. 

Images by Steffanie Padilla