Diversity Events

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Events

(Past and Present Koinonia Cabinet Members: Asian and Asian American Student Union Members. Learn more about Koinonia.)

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander communities enhance our experiences, deepen our knowledge, and influence our culture. Learn more at asianpacificheritage.gov. Though most of Wheaton's celebration events are for campus members only, we welcome you to enjoy these free public events below.

*Chapel takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:40 am. Join us in Edman Chapel or via live stream Chapel. See previous chapels on YouTube.

**All concerts will be in the Armerding Center for Music and the Arts Concert Hall. For more information, contact the Conservatory of Music at 630.752.5099.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Provost Karen An-Hwei Lee		Dr. Jordan Ryan
Dr. Mathew John		Ms. Jenny Yang
Biblical Vision for Kingdom Diversity		Inspiring the Good in Diverse Relationships
Right Words, Right Hearts, and Right Actions		Arts in the Liberation Struggle

People of Honor

As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences of AAPI cultures. AAPI performers use a plethora of genres to express themselves in ways that echo the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Pandora titled, "People of Honor", to celebrate the creativity, strength, and beauty of the AAPI community. Enjoy this playlist. 

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own  Prof. Soh-Hyun Park Altino, Dr. Jennie Oh Brown, Prof. Eurydice Choi, Prof. Diane Chou, Prof. Lilian Chou, Prof. Misook Kim,  Prof. Sung Hoon Mo, Prof. Sarah Yeo, and Dr. Gina Yi. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "People of Honor" Pandora playlist. Enjoy the playlist.

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of 48 Asian countries, 25 Pacific Island nations, and other national subcultures found all around the world than the fifty songs in this playlist can convey. The experiences of the AAPI community reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the AAPI treasures that are all around you. 

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.  

Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Events Page.

I Am Woman

As we celebrate Women's History Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to women's vast experiences. The plethora of genres female performers use to express themselves echoes the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Pandora titled, "I Am Woman", to celebrate the strength and beauty of womanhood. Enjoy the playlist.

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own Dr. Mary Hopper, Mrs. Tanya Egler, Dr. Karin Redekopp Edwards, Dr. Carolyn Hart, Dr. Gina Yi, Dr. Sarah Holman, Dr. Kathleen Kastner, Dr. Soh-Hyun Park Altino, Ms. Faye Seeman, Ms. Misook Kim, Ms. Deb Stevenson, Dr. Beth A. Bauer, Dr. Jennie Oh Brown, Ms. Melanie Cottle, Ms. Katie Ernst, Ms. Denise Gamez, Ms. Rose Armbrust Griffin, Ms. Deborah Hollinger, and Women's Chorale. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "I Am Woman" Pandora playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear. There is more to learn. The experience of womanhood reaches far beyond music, and we invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the treasures in the women around you. 

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.  

Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Previous Events page.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Ms. Cynthia Martinez '08		Ms. Billye Kee
Dr. Christa Tooley		Provost Karen An-Hwei Lee
Biblical Vision for Kingdom Diversity		Inspiring the Good in Diverse Relationships
Right Words, Right Hearts, and Right Actions		Arts in the Liberation Struggle

African American History Month Events

(Past and Present William Osborne Society Black Student Union Members. Learn more about Willie O.)

Wheaton College proudly celebrates African American History Month. Our Black and African American communities enhance our experiences, deepen our knowledge, and influence our culture. Learn more at africanamericanhistorymonth.gov. Though most of Wheaton's celebration events are for campus members only, we welcome you to enjoy these free public events below.

*Chapel takes place every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:40 am. Join us in Edman Chapel or via live stream Chapel. See previous chapels on YouTube.

Ebony Radiance

As we celebrate African American History Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences of African Americans, Caribbean and Caribbean Americans, and African people. The plethora of genres Black performers use to express themselves echoes the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Pandora titled "Ebony Radiance," which will either jumpstart or reinvigorate your love for Black music. Enjoy the playlist.

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own Dr. Johann Buis, Mr. Stevener Gaskin '18, Mr. Maurice Henderson '12 (Bartholomew Jones), Dr. Shawn Okpebholo, Mr. Will Liverman '10, and Mrs. Tanya Egler pictured above. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and cultural experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "Ebony Radiance" Pandora playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear. There is more to learn. The Black experience is more than music, and we invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the Black treasures around you. 

We do not own the rights to any music curated in this playlist.  

 Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Previous Events page.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Dr. Sheila Caldwell| Psalm 90		Dr. Esau McCaulley
Ms. Crystal Cartwright		2021 William Osborne Chapel
Dr. Phyllis Nsiah-Kumi		Mr. Jordan Burton
Ms. Jackie Hill Perry		Mr. Stevener Gaskin

 

 

In honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Day, we invite you to participate in local and virtual service day projects. For more information about Martin Luther King Jr. Day, visit the King Center Website.

1. Chicago Public Schools in Bronzeville
2. VolunteerMatch.org
3. Floosmoor.org
4. City of Highland Park Remote Projects
5. Montgomery Community Media

A Single Garment of Destiny

As we celebrate Sanctity of Life Month and Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we encourage you to listen to music from around the world that speaks to the vast experiences of the nations. The plethora of genres the performers use to express themselves echoes the greatness of our God. Our office has curated a Spotify playlist titled "A Single Garment of Destiny" to celebrate God's creativity in the strength, innovation, and beauty of each culture. Enjoy the playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of each culture than this playlist can convey. The experiences of each ethnicity reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the many cultural treasures that are all around you.

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.

Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Previous Events page.

Let Us Adore Him Spotify Playlist 

As we celebrate Christmas, we encourage you to listen to music from around the world that speaks to the vast experiences of the nations. The plethora of genres the performers use to express themselves echoes the greatness of our God. Our office has curated a Spotify playlist titled "Let Us Adore Him" to celebrate God's creativity in the strength, innovation, and beauty of each culture. Enjoy the playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of each culture than this playlist can convey. The experiences of each ethnicity reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the many cultural treasures that are all around you.

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.

Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Previous Events page.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Race & Evangelism in America		Pstr. Charlie Dates
Ms. Cynthia Martinez		Dr. Raja Paulraj
Biblical Vision for Kingdom Diversity		Inspiring the Good in Diverse Relationships
Right Words, Right Hearts, and Right Actions		Arts in the Liberation Struggle

 

Native American Heritage Month

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Native American Heritage Month. Our Native American community enhances our experiences, deepens our knowledge, and influences our culture. Learn more about Native American Heritage Month.

Every Tribe Spotify Playlist 

As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences within the Native American culture. The plethora of genres Native American performers use to express themselves echoes the greatness of our God. Our office has curated a Spotify playlist titled "Every Tribe" to celebrate the Native American community's creativity, strength, and beauty. Enjoy the playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of Americans who represent at least 574 tribes than the fifty songs in this playlist can convey. The experiences of the Native American community reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the Native American treasures that are all around you.

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.

Enjoy previous playlists listed on the Previous Events page.

Filipino American History Month

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Filipino American History Month. Our Filipino community enhances our experiences, deepens our knowledge, and influences our culture. Learn more about Filipino American History Month.

Filipino American Christianity: Its Challenges and Contributions

Wheaton College is proud to present the Inaugural Campus-wide Filipino American History Month event. The Wheaton College Intercultural Engagement and The Asian American Christian Collaborative present "Filipino American Christianity: Its Challenges and Contributions," a special event by Dr. Gabriel J. Catanus.

Enjoy the recording below of Dr. Catanus' lecture on the Filipino American experience in the context of the colonialized church followed by a live Q & A session with Pastor Ray Chang, Dr. Jordan Ryan, and Dr. Catanus.

Pinoy Passion Spotify Playlist 

As we celebrate Filipino American History Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences within the Filipino American culture. Filipino Americans performers use many genres to express themselves in ways that echo the greatness of our God. Our office has curated a Spotify playlist titled "Pinoy Passion" to celebrate the Filipino American community's creativity, strength, and beauty. We have even added a little Christmas music to join the Philippines, which started the countdown in September and has the world's longest Christmas celebration.  Enjoy the playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of Americans who represent both the United States and 7,000 islands and islets than the fifty songs in this playlist can convey. The experiences of the Filipino American community reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the Filipino American treasures that are all around you.

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Dr. Jordan Ryan		Dr. Melba Maggay
Ms. Maria Hix		Ms. Marie Friesema
Biblical Vision for Kingdom Diversity		Inspiring the Good in Diverse Relationships
Right Words, Right Hearts, and Right Actions		Arts in the Liberation Struggle

Hispanic Heritage Month Events 

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. Our Hispanic and Latino/a communities enhance our experiences, deepen our knowledge, and influence our culture. Learn more at hispanicheritagemonth.gov.

Pictured above:  

Unidad Cristiana, which means Christian Unity, strives to live out the full meaning of that name. We desire to come together through the unity that we have in Christ and out of that unity to celebrate and explore Latino cultures.

Public Hispanic Heritage Month Events

*Chapel broadcasts live every Wednesday, and Friday at 10:40 am., or see previous services in the section. 

Meet our Hispanic and Latino Faculty Members

Wheaton College is honored to have the leadership, scholarship, and presence of diverse Hispanic, Latina, and Latino faculty members. Their commitment to serving Christ and his people enriches the community in countless ways. We invite you to learn more about them with these features below. 

Leonardo Altino, M.Mus.
Associate Lecturer of Music (Cello)

Francisco Xavier Beteta, Ph.D
Assistant Professor of Music

M. Daniel Carroll R (Rodas), Ph.D.
Scripture Press Ministries Professor of Biblical Studies and Pedagogy

Nathan Luis Cartagena, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Christine Colón, Ph.D.
Professor of English

Danilo Diedrichs, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Mathematics

Nancy Duarte-Gomez, Psy.D.
Visiting Associate Lecturer of Psychology

David C. Iglesias, J.D.
Associate Professor of Politics and Law

Lilianna Quiroa-Crowell, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Lecturer in Urban Studies and Anthropology

Néstor Iván Quiroa, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Spanish

Carlos Sosa Siliezar, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of New Testament

Gente Preciosa (Precious People) Spotify Playlist

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences of Hispanic and Latin American cultures. Hispanic and Latin American performers use many genres to express themselves in ways that echo the greatness of our God. . The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Spotify titled, "Gentes Preciosa" (Precious People), to celebrate the creativity, strength, and beauty of the Hispanic and Latin American community. Enjoy the playlist.

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own faculty members, Dr. Franciso Xavier Beteta, Prof. Denise Gamez, and Prof. Leonardo Altino. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "Gentes Preciosa" Spotify playlist.

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of 20 Spanish-speaking countries and territories than the fifty songs in this playlist can convey. The experiences of the Hispanic and Latin American communities reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the Hispanic and Latin American treasures that are all around you.

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.

Wheaton College values and includes diverse points of view from the body of Christ. Please enjoy these featured videos that reflect the beauty of different expressions of God's image.

Dr. Nathan Cartagena		Dr. Christine Colón
Capt. David Iglesias		Ms. Estefanía Hernández
Biblical Vision for Kingdom Diversity		Inspiring the Good in Diverse Relationships
Right Words, Right Hearts, and Right Actions		Arts in the Liberation Struggle

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Public Events

*Chapel takes place every Monday and Friday at 10:40 am CST. View live Chapel broadcasts from Edman Chapel or enjoy message replays on YouTube.

People of Honor

As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences of AAPI cultures. AAPI performers use a plethora of genres to express themselves I ways that echo the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Spotify titled, "People of Honor", to celebrate the creativity, strength, and beauty of the AAPI community. 

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own  Prof. Soh-Hyun Park Altino, Dr. Jennie Oh Brown, Prof. Eurydice Choi, Prof. Diane Chou, Prof. Lilian Chou, Prof. Misook Kim,  Prof. Sung Hoon Mo, Prof. Sarah Yeo, and Dr. Gina Yi. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "People of Honor" Spotify playlist. Enjoy the playlist.

Still, there is more to hear and learn from the voices of 48 Asian countries, 25 Pacific Island nations, and other national subcultures found all around the world than the fifty songs in this playlist can convey. The experiences of the AAPI community reach far beyond music. We invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the AAPI treasures that are all around you. 

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.  

The Office of Intercultural Engagement and the Asian Christian Collaborative present  "Why Does Asia Matter for Asian Americans? Imperialism and the Question of Asian American Identity," a panel discussion with Pastor Raymond Chang, moderator Dr. Gregory Lee and panelists Dr. Hanmee Kim, Dr. Yousaf Sadiq, Ms. Joy Lee, and Dr. Alex Haskins.

The Office of Intercultural Engagement and the Asian Christian Collaborative present "Anti-Asian Violence: the Atlanta Murders and Beyond" with Pastor Raymond Chang, moderator Dr. Pam Barger and panelists Dr. Jordan Ryan, Dr. Melissa Borja, Provost Dr. Karen An-hwei Lee, Dr. Henry Kim, and Dr. Charles Liu to discuss anti-Asian racism.

The Office of Intercultural Engagement invites you to view this panel discussion on the topic of COVID-19 and Racism moderated by Pastor Raymond Chang.

The Office of Intercultural Engagement invites you to view this panel discussion titled The Model Minority Myth Shattered moderated by Pastor Raymond Chang.

The Office of Intercultural Engagement invites you to view this panel discussion titled Reflections on Anti-Asian Racism by Gen-Zers moderated by Pastor Raymond Chang.

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Women's History Month Events

*Chapel takes place every Monday and Friday at 10:40 am CST. View live Chapel broadcasts from Edman Chapel or enjoy message replays on YouTube.

Where are the Women? Conference

To view sessions from this year's conference, please follow this link. 

The Where are the Women? Conference is an annual conversation about faith and womanhood. Wheaton College hosted this year's conference virtually on February 24-27, 2021. While Wheaton College has made significant strides to become a space that supports female faculty and students, these numbers hinted -- and, indeed, continue to hint -- that Wheaton College still has a long way to go. To address this need, the Where are the Women? 2019 conference was born.

Where are the Women? examines Christian identities within the diversity of womanhood. Each spring, we enter into a conversation about faith and gender that is shaped by the needs of the Wheaton community. This conference amplifies women’s voices; provides Wheaton women the chance to celebrate, encourage, and support each other; and gives students the opportunity to discover inspiring role models and realize God’s Kingdom vision for womanhood. Click here for more information about Where are the Women.

I Am Woman

As we celebrate Women's History Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to women's vast experiences. The plethora of genres female performers used to express themselves echo the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Spotify titled, "I Am Woman", to celebrate the strength and beauty of womanhood. 

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own  Dr. Soh-Hyun Park Altino, Dr. Beth A. Bauer, Dr. Jennie Oh Brown, Ms. Melanie Cottle, Dr. Karin Redekopp Edwards, Mrs. Tanya Egler, Ms. Katie Ernst, Ms. Denise Gamez, Ms. Rose Armbrust Griffin, Dr. Carolyn Hart,  Ms. Deborah Hollinger,  Dr. Sarah Holman, Dr. Mary Hopper, Ms. Misook Kim,  Dr. Kathleen Kastner, Ms. Faye Seeman, Ms. Deb Stevenson, Dr. Gina Yi, and Women's Chorale. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "I Am Woman" Spotify playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear. There is more to learn. The experience of womanhood reaches far beyond music, and we invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the treasures that are the women around you. 

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.  

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Dr. Melba Maggay

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Ms. Crystal Cartwright

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Dr. Christine Colón

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Ms. Heidi Mitchell Daniels

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Atty. Diane Padilla

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Dr. Kelly Urbon

Black History Month Events

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Black History Month. We invite you to celebrate God's creativity and wisdom in our African, Africana, and Black communities. Their contributions to our Campus greatly enhance our experiences, deepen our knowledge, and impact our culture. 

*Chapel takes place every Monday and Friday at 10:40 am CST. View live Chapel broadcasts from Edman Chapel or see previous YouTube.

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Mr. Daniel Watts | Psalm 135

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Dr. Christin Fort | Poverty

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Ms. Crystal Cartwright | Luke 5:12-16

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Professor Donté Ford | Acts 2

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Dr. Sheila Caldwell | Psalm 90

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Dr. Alex Haskins | William Osborne Society Chapel

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Dr. Theon Hill | The Pulpit and Racial Difference

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Stevener Gaskin | Sankofa

Signs of the Times 

As we celebrate Black History Month, we encourage you to listen to music that speaks to the vast experiences of Black people. The plethora of genres Black performers use to express themselves echo the greatness of our God. The Office of Intercultural Engagement has curated a playlist on Spotify titled, "Signs of the Times", that will either jumpstart or reinvigorate your love for Black music.

We are grateful for the work of Wheaton's very own Dr. Johann Buis, Mr. Stevener Gaskin '18, Mr. Maurice Henderson '12 (Bartholomew Jones), Dr. Shawn Okpebholo, Mr. Will Liverman '10, and Mrs. Tanya Egler. These gifted scholars and artists honor the Lord and share their expertise and cultural experiences both nationally and internationally. Listen to their music featured in our "Signs of the Times" Spotify playlist. 

Still, there is more to hear. There is more to learn. The Black experience is more than music, and we invite you to seek that understanding as your read, listen, genuinely connect, and engage with the Black treasures around you. 

We do not own the rights to any of the music curated in this playlist.  

Black History Month 2021 Reflections Calendar

Developed by Judi Owens, Ed.D., Director of Instructional Design at DiversityEdu.

Hispanic Heritage Month Events 

Wheaton College proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. Our Latino communities enhance our experiences, deepen our knowledge, and influence our culture. Learn more at hispanicheritagemonth.gov.

Pictured above: Unidad Cristiana Cabinet Members 

Unidad Cristiana, which means Christian Unity, strives to live out the full meaning of that name. We desire to come together through the unity that we have in Christ and out of that unity to celebrate and explore Latino cultures.

Public Hispanic Heritage Month Events

*Chapel broadcasts live every Wednesday, and Friday at 10:40 am., or see previous services in the section. 

Meet our Hispanic and Latino Faculty Members

Wheaton College is honored to have the leadership, scholarship, and presence of diverse Hispanic, Latina, and Latino faculty members. Their commitment to serving Christ and his people enriches the community in countless ways. We invite you to learn more about them with these features below. 

Leonardo Altino, M.Mus.
Associate Lecturer of Music (Cello)

Francisco Xavier Beteta, Ph.D
Assistant Professor of Music

M. Daniel Carroll R (Rodas), Ph.D.
Scripture Press Ministries Professor of Biblical Studies and Pedagogy

Nathan Luis Cartagena, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Christine Colón, Ph.D.
Professor of English

Danilo Diedrichs, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Mathematics

Nancy Duarte-Gomez, Psy.D.
Visiting Associate Lecturer of Psychology

David C. Iglesias, J.D.
Associate Professor of Politics and Law

Lilianna Quiroa-Crowell, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Lecturer in Urban Studies and Anthropology

Néstor Iván Quiroa, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Spanish

Carlos Sosa Siliezar, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of New Testament

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Dr. Altino| Pezzo Capriccioso by Pyotr Tchaikovsky

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From Guatemala to the US: a Conversation with Composer Beteta

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Dr. Carroll Rodas|Micah 6:1-8

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Dr. Cartagena|Matthew 2:13-23

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Dr. Colón|Philippians 2:1-11

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CAPT Iglesias|Luke 6:1-11|A Lawyer looks at Work, Rest & the Sabbath

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Estefanía Hernández | Psalm 86:1-10; Psalm 117

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Mr. Jerry Woehr | Psalm 10:12-18

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Atty. Diane Padilla | Luke 8:22-25