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REDLANDS >> Shaun King, an influential voice in the Black Lives Matter movement, is scheduled to appear Sept. 27 at University of Redlands.

King was originally scheduled to speak at U of R in February, but an injury sidelined his plans. He was expected to discuss The New Civil Rights Movement.

Kings appearance next month is part of the Associated Students Convocation and Lecture Series, which brings newsmakers to campus to share their perspectives with U of R students and the public. Past speakers have included retired soccer superstar and Redlands native Landon Donovan and former U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer.

Kings visit begins at 7 p.m. at the universitys Memorial Chapel, 1200 E. Colton Ave.

Shaun King is clear that he is only one voice articulating unease with the current state of civil and human rights in the United States, said Leela MadhavaRau, associate dean for campus diversity and inclusion. His ability to tell micro-stories of injustice in his terminology through prolific use of all forms of social media has extended his message beyond that of many activists.

King announced the new date on Facebook. The university confirmed the date by email on Monday.

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