University of Michigan - Flint

HEAL THE COMMUNITY, SAVE THE DREAM!

"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Each year, the Office of Educational Opportunity Initiatives Diversity Education Services, along with the Office of Student Life, coordinate events to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Our goal is to explore, as a campus community, the thoughts and concepts of our society and what shapes us as we negotiate the diverse world that surrounds us.

A campus that values difference and that supports diversity is a campus that encourages its members to explore the complexities that are central to intellectual life. Matters of race, ethnicity, and gender are not always easy to confront. But they must be confronted for issues concerning them are critical to this society and must be understood by those who would seek to lead it. A diverse campus enriches us all. The observance of Martin Luther King Day provides us with the opportunity to recognize and to celebrate that fact.

Remember, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Service is "A day on, not a day off!"

Let us all "HEAL THE COMMUNITY, SAVE THE DREAM!"

Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Mix It Up @ Lunch!
12:00-2:00 PM
Happenings Room, 1st Floor University Center (UCEN)
Modeled after the Tolerance.Org program, Mix It Up @ Lunch! is a simple call to action: reach beyond your comfort zone and get to know someone different!  By making the move, participants can cross the lines of division, meet new people and make a difference.  Join us for this interactive lunch.  To register, please click here.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Citizen King
Film and Discussion
12:00 - 2:30 PM
Loving Cultural Center, Room 243 University Center (UCEN)
The story begins on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in August 1963, when a 34 year old preacher galvanized millions with his dream for an America free of racism.  It comes to a bloody end almost five years later, on a motel balcony in Memphis, Tennessee.  Citizen King pushes past the myths that have obscured King's story to reclaim the history of a people's leader.  Using the personal recollections, diaries, letters, and eyewitness accounts of friends, family, journalists, law enforcement officers and historians, this film brings fresh insights to king's difficult journey, his charismatic - if at time flawed - leadership, and his truly remarkable impact.  Refreshments provided.

Thursday, January 14, 2010
“Renewing America and Flint Together”
31st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute Dinner featuring Judge Archie Hayman
6:00 PM
Sarvis Center
This annual tribute dinner celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  This year’s keynote address will be delivered by Judge Archie Hayman, Chief Judge for the 7th District Court.  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.

Friday, January 15, 2010
"Heal the Community, Save the Dream"
A Stop the Violence Rally featuring Marc Lamont Hill
6:00 PM
KIVA, 1st floor University Center (UCEN)

Dr. Marc Lamont Hill is one of the leading hip-hop generation intellectuals in the country.  His work, which covers topics such as hip-hop culture, politics, sexuality, education and religion, has appeared in numerous journals, magazines, books, and anthologies.  Dr. Hill has lectured widely and provides regular commentary for media outlets like the National Public Radio (NPR), The Washington Post, Essence Magazine, and The New York Times.  This night of music, spoken word, poetry, and inspiration will challenge our youth to find solutions to end the violence plaguing our communities.  Refreshments will be provided.

Monday, January 18, 2010
Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

4th Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint
Mentoring Inspiration Breakfast
9:00 - 11:00 AM
Michigan Rooms, 1st floor University Center (UCEN)


Give a Day. Get a Disney Day - Volunteer Service Sites
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
This year, we're particpating with the Hands on Network and Disney to encourage volunteerism in our community!  When you sign up to volunteer (and your service is completed and verified) you will receive one day admission to a Walt Disney World® or Disneyland® theme park, FREE!  Volunteer your time and energy at a number of sites throughout Flint and Genesee County!  REGISTER NOW!

Blood Drive
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Happenings Room
Do your part to help the community by giving blood!

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.  For more information, please call Diversity Education Services at (810) 762-3169 or the Office of Student Life at (810) 762-3431.