On the 25th anniversary of the King Federal Holiday, we still have work to do to realize Dr. King’s dream. MLK Day of Service is the perfect time for Americans to answer Dr. King’s challenge to do something for others. Just as Dr. King set big goals and focused relentlessly on results, we need sustained citizen action to address today’s social challenges.
The MLK Day of Service is a way to transform Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and teachings into community action that helps solve social problems. That service may meet a tangible need, or it may meet a need of the spirit. On this day, Americans of every age and background celebrate Dr. King through service projects that strengthen communities, empower individuals, bridge barriers, and create solutions.
UNI students share this commitment, and in doing so, have planned volunteer opportunities for this special day of service.
If you’re interested in participating, please contact Lauren Finke at 272-2087 or Lauren_Finke@vccv.org.
Where: | Several locations are available. Please select your top choices on the registration form. |
When: | Monday, January 17 Check in begins at 9 am at Maucker Union. Buses leave the Union at 9:30 am. Event will last until approximately 1 pm. |
Who: | Any student, student organization, resident hall, class, faculty or staff! |
What: | Participants will receive a free t-shirt, transportation, and lunch. Keynote speaker Dr. Dwight C. Watson will open the program and a photo slide show of the day will occur during lunch. |
Join us for Volunteer Tuesdays! Sign up on the website — www.uni.edu/leadershipcenter
Thanks for making a difference UNI!
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