University of Michigan - Flint

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 "Find the Courage to Live the DREAM!"

29^th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute Dinner Featuring Tim Wise

Thursday, January 10, 2008
6:00 p.m.
Sarvis Center

This annual tribute dinner celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Featuring Tim Wise, one of the country’s foremost thinkers on issues of social justice, racism and privilege.  A limited number of tickets are available to UM-Flint students, faculty and staff.  Contact Diversity Education Services at (810) 762-3169 to reserve your spot!

Mix It Up @ Lunch!
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Happenings Room

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.  Free and open to students, faculty and staff.

Think. Speak. Act!  Social Justice for A New Generation

Wednesday, January 16, 2008
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Loving Cultural Center

What does it mean to be an advocate for social justice?  Local community activist, Regina Laurie, will lead a discussion on the need for students to be engaged in dialogue around local, national and world events that affect us all.  Refreshments will be provided.

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Monday, January 21, 2008

Breakfast
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Riverview Room

Pick-up your registration packet and start the day with a hearty breakfast!  Winners of the MLK Day Essay Contest will be announced.

Volunteer Service Sites
9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
The MLK Holiday is a day on, not a day off!
Volunteer your time and energy at a number of sites throughout Flint and Genesee County.

Blood Drive
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Happenings Room
Do your part to help the community by giving blood!

D.R.E.A.M.S. Career Fair
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Riverview Room
An opportunity for middle and high school students to learn from professionals from a number of career fields.  Co-sponsored by Developing Respectful Educated Aspiring Minds with Sports (D.R.E.A.M.S.)
 
Wrap-Up/Reflections
3:00-4:00 p.m.
Loving Cultural Lounge
Share your thoughts on what this day means to you.  Refreshments will be provided

Please contact the following agencies and individuals for more information about performing volunteer work in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, 2008: