Celebrating King's Legacy Four Decades Later
Despite the 40-plus years since the death of civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., 鈥淭here is still work to be done,鈥 said Africana Studies professor Shirley Weber during last week鈥檚 annual Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon.
鈥淒on鈥檛 let the economy excuse our work,鈥 Weber said. 鈥淭here鈥檚 much more that needs to be done.鈥
The annual event, organized by Weber and others across the campus, has a two-decade history at 色情视频.
鈥淚鈥檓 very proud of the fact that people have attended for 20-odd years,鈥 Weber said. 鈥淲e鈥檙e still clearly a popular event. People still find the message important.鈥
In testament to Weber's statement, hundreds of attendees from across campus, including students, faculty and staff, dined on a variety of soul food offerings.
Unsung Hero Award
To recognize those who work to realize King鈥檚 dream, the Unsung Hero Award is given during the luncheon to a deserving individual connected to the university. This year鈥檚 honoree was Sandra Bullock, staff member in the Center for Human Resources and an alumna of the Department of African Studies.
Unfortunately, Bullock was ill that day and Elvira McCalip, director, read a statement on her behalf.
鈥淲hat an honor to receive an award for doing something that just comes natural: faithfully serving the 色情视频 community, a community that I take great pride in, a community that I remain forever dedicated.鈥
Diverse talents
While the event honors the legacy of King, it also showcases the talents of students and faculty members, including spoken word delivered by Africana studies professor Delores Fisher and a dance tribute performed and choreographed by student Londya England.
The luncheon opens and closes with singing鈥攁t event鈥檚 start, attendees sang the Black National Anthem; the event ended with guests holding hands and singing 鈥淲e Shall Overcome.鈥
Sponsors
The MLK Jr. Luncheon is sponsored by:
- The College of Arts and Letters
- Intercultural Relations/Cross-Cultural Center
- The Office of the President
- Office of Diversity
- CSU Employees Union
- USE Credit Union
- US Bank
- Professional Studies and Fine Arts
- CFA Local Chapter
- Department of Psychology
- Associated Students