Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an influential and inspiring man who was dedicated to justice in the face of injustice. He was a pastor, humanitarian, activist and civil rights leader. Dr. King believed in nonviolent resistance and strived to make a change through civil disobedience to fight against racial discrimination. In March of 1963, Dr. King delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, one of the most significant speeches in American history. Along with his powerful words of truth, Dr. King made many other contributions in the Civil Rights Movement.
This week, USF will celebrate his life and legacy with a few special events.
Monday, Jan. 20
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday
National Day of Remembrance
Tuesday, Jan. 21
MLK Dedication Luncheon
Time: Noon to 2 p.m.
Place: Marshall Student Center Ballroom
MLK Candlelight Vigil
Time: 9:06 p.m.
Place: MLK Plaza Fountain
Wednesday, Jan. 22
University Lecture Series MLK Convocation with Hill Harper
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Place: Marshall Student Center Ballroom
Be sure to attend events this week to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and what did for our country.
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