Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration: Live the Values and Lift Each Other
An Annual Celebration
Each year at the beginning of the spring semester, the ALANA Cultural Center leads a series of events commemorating the legacy and life of civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
MLK Opening Ceremony
Thu, Jan 22, 2026 4:30pm to 6pm
The Colgate community is invited to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy through the lens of this year’s theme, “Live the Values and Lift Each Other" with keynote speaker Fredrika Newton, activist and head...
MLK Week: Jummah Prayer and Service
Fri, Jan 23, 2026 1:30pm to 2pm
This inclusive Jummah Service welcomes all members of the Colgate community to join in prayer, reflection, and unity. It’s an opportunity to honor faith, community, and shared responsibility in the...
MLK Week: Day of Service
Sat, Jan 24, 2026 12pm to 5pm
Put values into action by joining the COVE team for a campus-wide Day of Service. Together, we’ll build a better community, connect with others, and engage in hands-on projects that uplift...
MLK Week: Lifting the Values and Others Through SGA Work
Mon, Jan 26, 2026 4:30pm to 6pm
Student leaders share how advocacy and collaboration within the Student Government Association advance Colgate’s mission of inclusion and equity. This session highlights how student voices drive...
MLK Week: Interfaith Dinner Dialogue - Lifting Others Through Religious Life
Tue, Jan 27, 2026 4:30pm to 6pm
Join members of Colgate’s diverse faith communities for a shared meal and open dialogue about unity, compassion, and service. This evening celebrates the strength found in our differences and the...
MLK Week Morning Reflection
Wed, Jan 28, 2026 8:30am to 9:15am
Start your morning with moments of peace and reflection led by the Office of the Chaplains. This gathering offers space to center our thoughts and renew our commitment to living out our shared...
MLK Week: Unmasking Hate: Stories, Systems, and Solidarity
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 4:30pm to 6pm
Hosted by the ALANA Intergroup Dialogue interns and social justice peer educators, this session invites participants to unpack the roots of hate and explore paths toward empathy and solidarity....
Social and Environmental Justice in Haiti
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 12:15pm to 1:15pm
Join the Environmental Studies program for a reflective conversation on how sustainability and social justice intersect. Together, we’ll explore how living our values can foster equity and...
ALANA Cultural Center, Multipurpose Room
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Jummah Prayer and Service
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 1:30pm to 2pm
This inclusive Jummah Service welcomes all members of the Colgate community to join in prayer, reflection, and unity. It’s an opportunity to honor faith, community, and shared responsibility in the...
MLK Week: Death Cafe
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 5pm to 6pm
Join this thoughtful and compassionate conversation about life, loss, and what it means to live with purpose. The Death Café offers a brave space for honest dialogue and human connection, and is...
MLK Week: Social Justice Summit
Sat, Jan 31, 2026 8:30am to 4pm
The annual Social Justice Summit gathers students, faculty, and staff from various campuses for a full day of workshops, discussions, connections, and reflection. Together, we strengthen our...
MLK Sunday Service
Sun, Feb 1, 2026 6pm to 7pm
Join us and gather at the University Chapel for an inspiring worship experience that celebrates Dr. King’s enduring faith and vision for justice. This service invites us to reflect, renew, and...