Each January, the Georgia Tech community commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This commemoration encompasses an ambitious slate of events organized by multiple campus partners such as Civic Engagement, Housing, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Intercultural Student Programs. Celebrations include community events hosted by the King Center and faith-based organizations, student performances, and keynote lectures.

Schedule of Events:

Martin Luther King on Leadership
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Center for Student Engagement Conference Room 3108

What can we learn from Dr. MLK’s leadership? In this workshop, we will discuss the key tenets of King's leadership and the impact that it had on the civil rights movement. Participants will have the opportunity to develop an action plan based on the lessons learned.

This event is hosted by Center for Student Engagement and John Lewis Student Leadership Pathways.
 
Read for the Dream: MLK Literacy Day of Service
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Book Drive: John Lewis Student Center, Center for Student Engagement (3rd floor)
Event: Centennial Academy (531 Luckie Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313)

Join the John Lewis Student Leadership Pathways in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through the power of reading and giving! During the "Read for the Dream" day, students will have the opportunity to volunteer by reading in a local classroom at Centennial Academy in partnership with the Horizon afterschool program, sharing inspiring stories and fostering a love for books among young readers. Students can also participate in our MLK Day book drive, collecting books to support literacy in our community and ensure access to diverse and empowering stories. The John Lewis Student Leadership Pathways will be collecting book donations from January 6th - January 23rd in the Center of Student Engagement. We will donate all the books to Centennial Academy during our Read for the Dream Day. Together, let’s honor Dr. King's vision by uplifting others through the gift of literacy.

This event is hosted by Center for Student Engagement and Centennial Academy.
 
MLK Commemoration and Keynote
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Ferst Center for the Arts

The MLK Celebration will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through cultural performances and tributes by student organizations. The event will feature a keynote address by a TikTok and Instagram influencer who will explore Dr. King’s impact and share powerful insights on how younger generations can leverage social media to advance social justice. A reception will follow.

This event is hosted by GT Intercultural Student Programs.

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