82 years after his birth and 48 years after the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech, the world witnessed a significant and historic milestone in the election of the first American president of color. Join us as we celebrate the continuing legacy of this pivotal figure in U.S. history.  For more information about the celebration, call (408) 808-2098.  All events are FREE and open to the public. 

NEW - Dr. King's Birthday Celebration 2011 - pictures and article in the SJ Merc

Schedule of Activities

Feb. 5 (Noon-2 p.m.) – Freedom March  

Meet at MLK Library, march will take place throughout SJSU

Participants are encouraged to march while holding a poster/banner representing: Freedom/Liberty, Equality, Justice, Cultural/Ethnic Diversity and Competence, Economical Development and other MLK principles. 

Feb. 5 (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) – Resource Fair

MLK Library, 4^th St. Lobby

Local organizations will on on-site to hand out information about their services to the community.

Feb. 5 (2- 4p.m.) – Liberation Theology: Critical Need to Revitalize the Black Church

MLK Library, Rms 255/257

A panel will present information regarding the black church during the civil rights movement in comparison with its present status and where it needs to be to reflect the dream of Dr. King.

Feb. 8 (7-9 p.m.) – Relevance of Dr. King’s “Letter from the Birmingham Jail” to Churches

MLK Library, Rm 525

A panel will provide extensive dialog regarding the interpretation of Dr. King’s message in his letter to churches regarding empowering congregations to seek justice while on earth.

Feb. 15 (7-9 p.m.) – Dr. King’s Contributions to Freedom, Peace, Equality, Education and Justice

MLK Library, Rm 525

A panel presentation discussing Dr. King’s contributions to and influence on the following areas: freedom, peace, equality, education and justice.

Feb. 16 (7-9 p.m.) – The Role of Students in Advancing Civil Rights

MLK Library, Rm 525

A panel of students recollects the role of students during the civil rights movement. 

Feb. 23 (7-9 p.m.) – Dr. King’s Views on Violence, Non-violence and Racism

MLK Library, Rm 525

The presentation will provide an assessment of Dr. King’s perspectives regarding violence, nonviolence and racism.