Colorado State University Pueblo invites the campus and broader community to join in a powerful day of reflection, education, and remembrance during the 12th Annual Holocaust Day of Remembrance, taking place on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in the OSC Tundra Room #008.
This important event is held in alignment with the nationally recognized Holocaust Day of Remembrance, established by Congress as a time for communities to reflect on the atrocities of the Holocaust and honor the millions of lives lost.
Led by Dr. Pamela Richmond, professor of social work and longtime event organizer, the Day of Remembrance offers a full day of impactful sessions. Attendees can expect a mix of personal testimonies, academic presentations, a memorial service, interactive displays, and a thought-provoking film screening.
“As a social worker and professor, I am saddened by the loss of millions of lives, horrified by the immense hatred against individuals perceived as different, and perplexed by the inability of people to recognize propaganda and advocate for the oppressed,” said Richmond. “This is the twelfth year the Day of Remembrance is being offered to the CSU Pueblo campus and the broader community to honor the millions who suffered cruelty, hatred, and murder.”
A Full Day of Reflection and Learning
Here’s what the day will include:
9–10 a.m. — Personal Testimony
Mrs. Helena Atlas-Acuña, a local community member, shares her family’s story and personal connection to the Holocaust.
10:10–11:10 a.m. — Post-Traumatic Stress and the Holocaust
Presented by Dr. Krista Bridgmon from CSU Pueblo’s Psychology Department.
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Memorial Service and Musical Accompaniment
Rabbi Birdie Becker will lead a meaningful remembrance service, with music by Dr. David Volk, CSU Pueblo Music.
12:40–1:40 p.m. — Children’s Literature & Poster Display
Professors from CSU Pueblo’s Teacher Education program will guide attendees through literature and student-created poster displays that examine the Holocaust through the lens of children’s and adolescent books. This is also a quiet time for reflection.
2–3 p.m. — Impact on LGBTQ+ Individuals and Persons with Disabilities
A presentation by Professor Laura Gibble exploring marginalized identities during the Holocaust.
3:30–4:30 p.m. — Film Screening and Discussion: “Fog”
Facilitated by Dr. Grant Weller from the History Department, this session offers a screening of the short film “Fog” followed by a guided discussion.
All sessions are free and open to the public.
Why This Matters
At CSU Pueblo, we are committed to fostering empathy and critical thinking and this event is one of the many ways we invite our community to engage with history in a meaningful way.
To learn more about Holocaust remembrance efforts across the country, visit the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum website.
