April 20, 2022 will mark the 30th commemoration of the 1992 Civil Unrest in Los Angeles. Our own Dr. Cecil L. Chip Murray was a huge part of those events, which also marked the inception of the USC Center for Religion Civic Culture.

The Murray Center is engaging in a storytelling campaign to capture the memories of eyewitnesses, who have a unique perspective on the history and future of the city as pivotal players in our rich, multi-faith landscape in Los Angeles.  

Please use this form to submit multimedia material related to the 30th anniversary of the Civil Unrest in Los Angeles in 1992, along with memories of the Rev. Cecil "Chip" Murray and his influence on Los Angeles since that time.

Video Submission Instructions

 
We are inviting you to submit a 1-2 minute video to be a part of the storytelling campaign. Some tips for recording:
  • Please be sure camera/cell phone is in landscape
  • Use a solid background
  • Black or white tops are not recommended  
  • Pause for 3-5 seconds before and after speaking on your recording. 



Please upload your 1-2 minute storytelling video using the prompts below here. Feel free to adjust the script so that you are using your natural voice (File must be under 100mb):


Hi I am__(Name)________________...

What I recall / the memory that stands out for me the most from the 1992 Civil Unrest is: _____________...

What I learned/one lesson I carry from that time is:  _______________...

As I think about the future, and the legacy of Rev. Cecil "Chip" Murray, my hope for Los Angeles is: __________________. 
If you have a favorite memory of Rev. Cecil "Chip" Murray that you would like to share. Please upload your video (up to 1 minute) here. Feel free to use the following prompt (File must be under 100mb):

Hi I am _____ and one of my favorite memories of Rev. "Chip" Murray is: ____.

Thank you for taking the time to participate in the Murray Center storytelling project. We value your time and appreciate your contribution. To submit your video please select the arrow below.