Smiles, hugs, and tears as Delta dedicates forums

Date Posted: November 2, 2023
By michaelm

Delta College dedicated its newly renamed forums on Nov. 2, 2023

The dedication of the newly renamed Campesino, Tony Fitch, and Dawn Mabalon forums at Delta College on Thursday was nothing short of historic.

And it was quite the party, too.

Relive the emotions of the day with this photo gallery, courtesy Delta College's Alejandra Sanchez, senior graphic design and marketing coordinator.

Mariachi musicians at the dedication of Delta's newly renamed forums

African drummers at the dedication of Delta's newly renamed forums

Celebration outside the newly renamed Campesino Forum

Music and more music at the dedication of Delta's newly renamed forums

Dr. Lisa Aguilera Lawrenson formally dedicates the Campesino, Tony Fitch and Dawn Mabalon forums.

Dancing after the forums dedication

Taking it all in at the dedication ceremony.

Honoring Dr. Dawn Mabalon as a forum is renamed in her honor.

Honoring Dr. Dawn Mabalon as a forum is renamed in her honor.

Honoring Dr. Dawn Mabalon as a forum is renamed in her honor.

A portrait of Dr. Dawn Mabalon

Honoring Professor Tony Fitch as a forum is renamed in his memory

Honoring Professor Tony Fitch as a forum is renamed in his memory

Honoring Professor Tony Fitch as a forum is renamed in his memory

Celebrating the newly renamed forums at Delta College

Honoring the Campesinos

Three forums were renamed at Delta College to honor the contributions of community members.

Remembering loved ones with a Dia de los Muertos ofrenda

Delta College mariachi musicians outside the newly renamed Campesino Forum

Victory! The three forums are officially dedicated by Superintendent/President Dr. Lisa Aguilera Lawrenson

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