MLK Celebration Events 2019
MONDAY, JANUARY 21
MLK Panel: Intersectionality and Social Justice
3:00 pm – Lawrence Public Library auditorium (707 Vermont St.)
Featured speakers include Charlesia McKinney, Dr. Joseph Erba, and Dr. Randal Jelks
Sponsored by the Lawrence Public Library and the Office of Diversity and Equity
TUESDAY, JANUARY 22
MLK March Across Campus and Musical Celebration
Event Schedule
Noon — Remarks from the CLAS Dean Clarence Lang begin outside of Strong Hall’s main entrance
12:10 p.m. – Musical march with a second line band from Strong Hall to Kansas Union
Marchers proceed to the Kansas Union, 4th floor Traditions Area for free refreshments
Closing remarks provided by Interim Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Carl Lejuez
Sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Equity
THURSDAY, JANUARY 24
Lawrence Public Schools ONE DREAM Event
Doors open at 5:30 pm, ceremony begins at 6:30 pm
Southwest Middle School (2511 Inverness Drive)
Sponsored by USD 497 Lawrence Public Schools
Spring KU Common Book Discussion - Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work
3:30 pm - The Spencer Musuem of Art
Sponsored by the Office of First Year Experience
Follow @KU_OMA on Twitter to check out their MLK day social media campaign.