Breakfast

Monday 1/20/25 | 8-9:30am | Shults Reading Lounge

Join student leaders for some light breakfast in the reading lounge as we reflect on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Voices of Strength: The Women Beside MLK Jr.

Tuesday 1/21/25 | 12:10-1pm | Shults Forum

Join us for lunch and a discussion around the impact and influence of women in Martin Luther King Jr.'s life. We will discuss the activism and inspiration set out by Coretta Scott King (his wife), Alberta Williams King (his mother), and Christine King Farris (his sister).

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MLK Table at Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday 1/22/25 | 12-12:45pm | Health & Counseling Walkway

Visit us at Wellness Wednesday to learn about King for a Day (a day of advocacy and action), get a sweet treat, and make your very own MLK button with the Library Makerspace!

MLK Jr. Campus-Wide Commemoration

Thursday 1/23/25 | 12:10-1pm | GAC Linehan Chapel

Join us for a campus-wide commemoration, "The Dream of the Beloved Community," including voices of students, staff, and faculty.

Shabbat for Justice

Friday 1/24/25 | 5:30-7:30pm | George Hall Sulam Center

Naz Hillel's Shabbat Services and Dinner

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham

Friday 1/24/25 | 7:30-9:30pm | Callahan Theater

Set to the music of the neo-soul, Grammy Award-winning R&B artist D’Angelo, An Untitled Love serves as Kyle Abraham’s creative exaltation of Black love and unity. He dedicates this feel-good work—its visceral hope, solace, and joy—to family, culture, and community strengthened over generations and lifetimes... (more info and ticket details)

Learn more about A.I.M.

Community Partner Workshops

Tuesday 1/28/25 | 12:10-1pm

We have two engaging workshops to choose from during the Tuesday lunch block! Please RSVP so we know how many to expect at each.

Workshop #1 (Shults Forum)

Building a Beloved Community through Public Art: A Workshop led by Wall/Therapy

WALL\THERAPY is an art and community intervention project, using public murals as a means to transform the urban landscape, inspire, and build community.

Workshop #2 (Medaille Formal Lounge)

Building a Beloved Community through Direct Services: A workshop led by Asbury First Community Outreach Center

At Asbury First, they're committed to reaching out directly with those in need. Powered by more than 200 volunteers and generous donations, their Community Outreach Center is constantly growing and evolving.

These workshops will focus on ways to build community, and you'll leave with resources on ways to serve and do meaningful, impactful work in the community.

Please sign up for a workshop

MLK Table at Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday 1/29/25 | 12-12:45pm | Health & Counseling Walkway

Visit us at Wellness Wednesday to learn about King for a Day (a day of advocacy and action), get a sweet treat, and get an MLK Beloved Community water bottle sticker!

Stroll for Social Justice Walking Club

Thursday 1/30/25 | 12:15-1pm | Start at Suite 100

Hop into step with JJ's walking club to Stroll for Social Justice! Meet at Suite 100 in the Shults Center by 12:15 to join in on the walk!

Interfaith Shabbat

Friday 1/31/25 | 5:30-7:30pm | George Hall Sulam Center

Naz Hillel's Shabbat Service and Dinner

King for a Day: A Day of Action and Advocacy

Saturday 2/1/25 | 8:30am-1pm

Each year local Rochester colleges and universities come together with local organizations to honor the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and contributors to the civil rights movement through a day of advocacy and action. 

Open to everyone. Transportation is provided. This event is a way to celebrate community, build relationships, and support a worthy cause through acts of advocacy and service.

This year we will convene at the Edgerton Stardust Ballroom for a community-building kickoff event featuring speakers and performances from local leaders, including college students from around the area.

You must preregister to participate.

We will meet at the Shults Center Information Desk on February 1 at 8:30 a.m. for departure to the Stardust Ballroom at Edgerton Center.

Local MLK Events

Here is a list of some of the many local MLK, Jr. events!