University of Michigan-Flint

"Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed."
                                - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Events & Activities

Dinner and Dialogue: Fifty Years of The Dream
Tuesday, January 15th
6:00 p.m.
Michigan Room A & B
August 28, 2013 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the March on Washington, where Dr. King delivered his most inspiring speech, “I Have a Dream”.  As we reflect on the past 50 years, how will we meet the challenges of continuing the dream Dr. King set forth in is famous speech?  Join in the discussion!  Space is limited.  Call Diversity Education Services to reserve your spot.

Understanding Race Theme Semester Kick-Off
“Race: The Power of An Illusion” Film and Discussion
Wednesday, January 16th
5:30 p.m.
KIVA
Joining our colleagues in Ann Arbor, the Understanding Race Theme Semester seeks to engage the campus community in an exploration of race.  Events throughout the semester will focus on core analytical approaches to race – social construction, intersectionality, racism and inequality.

Race: The Power of An Illusion challenges one our most fundamental beliefs: that humans come divided into a few distinct biological groups.  This definitive series is an eye-opening tale of how what we assume to be normal, commonsense and even scientific, is actually shaped by our history, social institutions and cultural beliefs.
 
“Embracing the Brotherhood of Mankind”
34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community-Wide Tribute Dinner
Featuring Phillip W. Shaltz
Thursday, January 17th
6:00 p.m.
Sarvis Center
This annual dinner celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  This year’s keynote address will be delivered by Phillip W. Shaltz, president of Shaltz Fluid Power.  Tickets are $30, with proceeds supporting the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship.  For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Diversity Education Services at (810) 762-3169.

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Monday, January 21st
Click here to register. See service sites and list of duties below.

Volunteer Breakfast
7:00-9:00 a.m.
Michigan Rooms
Get fueled up for a day of service!  Volunteer check-in and t-shirt pick-up.

Michigan Blood Drive
8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Happenings Room
Do your part to help the community by giving blood!  Donations collected by Michigan Blood stay in Michigan!  Donors will receive a coupon for a free, large, one-item pizza from Papa Johns Pizza!

57th Presidential Inauguration Viewing
All Day
Loving Cultural Center
Stop in to witness the swearing-in of the nation’s 44th President, Barack Obama.  Refreshments.

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.  For more information, contact Diversity Education Services at (810) 762-3169.