Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration
The annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration highlights and memorializes the work, accomplishments, and legacy of one of the greatest Civil Rights and African American leaders in modern history. The Celebration, organized by the collective efforts of students, faculty and staff led committees, conceptualizes and executes a series of events to engage the LSU and greater Baton Rouge community on actualizing Dr. King's ideals of social justice, non-violence, education, and service.
2019 Schedule
MLK Planning Committee Meeting
Date: Friday, September 28, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Castilian Room, LSU Student Union
Contact: oma@lsu.edu or 225-578-4339
The planning committee implements all of the MLK Week events, and is a critical part of the programs' success. The committee will meet every two weeks for roughly one hour. Committee members receive hands-on leadership experience, a resume builder, community service hours, and a behind-the-scenes look at a 27 year LSU tradition. Join today to be a part of this LSU legacy! Please register below.
MLK Day of Service
Date: Monday, January 21, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Meet in the LSU Student Union Ballroom
Contact: oma@lsu.edu or 225-578-4339
Each year, approximately 200+ volunteers comprised of LSU students, staff, and community members make it "a day on not a day off" and engage in service projects through MLK Day of Service. Individuals as well as organizations can reserve their spot today. Your participation is key to our impactful service. Please email us if you have to cancel.
MLK Candlelight Vigil
Date: Monday, January 21, 2019
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: LSU Student Union Ballroom
Contact: greeks@lsu.edu or 225-578-2171
Following the "MLK Day of Service," a candlelight vigil and march, sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), will be held to observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The candlelight vigil will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a short program in the Student Union Ball Room in honor and remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s work and contribution. Following the Vigil, there will be a celebration and some light refreshments.
MLK Commemorative Program
Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM)
Location: LSU Student Union Theater
Contact: oma@lsu.edu or 225-578-4339
Each year, the MLK Commemorative Program brings the foremost authors, scholars, and activists to our campus for critical discussion on diversity, education, and issues of social justice. Former MLK Commemorative Keynote Speakers include Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Dr. Nikki Giovanni, Myrlie Evers-Williams, Alicia Garza, Shaun King, and Dr. John Carlos.
We will announce this year's keynote soon. Until then, if you have any questions, please call us at 225-578-4339, or email us at oma@lsu.edu. We look forward to seeing you at this year's MLK keynote address!
Performing Arts Night
Date: Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: LSU Student Union Theater
Contact: oma@lsu.edu or 225-578-4339
Join us on Wednesday, January 23rd, for a night of extraordinary talent celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
One of the most anticipated events of the MLK Commemorative Celebration is Performing Arts Night (PAN). You will witness the hard work, dedication, and most importantly, the amazing talents of LSU students and students from around the area. Every year we come together in celebration to offer students an outlet of expression to honor both the dream and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through their choice of artistic expression. Dr. King's enduring legacy has long been associated with his means of creative expression as an orator, a reverend and a civil rights activist. The MLK Performing Arts Night is free and open to the public. Located in the LSU Student Union Theater. Show starts at 7 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm.
Unity Reception
Date: Thursday, January 24, 2019
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: Southern University
Contact: oma@lsu.edu or 225-578-4339
The MLK Unity Reception takes place Thursday, January 24th at 5:30 pm at Southern University.
The MLK Unity Reception is a time-honored tradition joining together Louisiana State University, Southern University, and Baton Rouge Community College for a celebration and commitment to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. During the Unity Reception we proudly recognize the contributions of our leaders with a keynote address, encourage our student leaders to reflect on their role in resolving critical community issues, and to take initiative in enhancing unity among diverse groups within our community.
This event is invite only.