In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 21, the MSU community has scheduled a few days of free events to commemorate MLK’s work and legacy. This year’s theme is “The Road to Social Justice Begins with One Step.”

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Social Justice Films and Dialogue: “The Loving Story”, 7 p.m., Main Library North Conference Room (4th Floor West)

Saturday, January 19, 2013

“Showtyme @ MSU”: A family-friendly and educational event where students perform their many talents in front of a panel of judges and enthusiastic audience. 8 p.m., International Center.

Sunday, January 20, 2013

“Jazz: Spirituals, Prayer & Protest”:  Musical expressions of the struggle for social justice, equality and civil rights performed by the Professors of Jazz and students in the Jazz Studies Program. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Wharton Center.

Monday, January 21, 2013

“Into the Streets”: An opportunity to actively engage in community service activities.

Social Justice Films and Dialogue: “The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow: Promises Betrayed (1865–1896),” noon­–1 p.m. Main Library Reference Instruction Room (1st Floor)

The Commemorative March to Beaumont Tower:  This is your opportunity to follow their lead by participating in this historic event. Organizations are encouraged to bring their organizational banners to the march. Starts at 3 p.m. at the MSU Union Building.

East Meets West: The Transgender Community of Istanbul, Exhibit opening, Monday, January 21, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m., MSU Museum Heritage Gallery.

For a full schedule of events, check out MSU’s 2013 Schedule of MLK Events.