In remembrance and celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. various campus organizations will be hosting different events, in which everyone can take part.
The programs are free and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend the programs in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Eta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and the African American Cultural Center will be sponsoring a vigil and a march from the Bell Tower to Witherspoon today, at 4:30 p.m.
Dave Foxx, a senior in political science and student body treasurer, said it is important for everyone to attend, especially young people, to take time out and show respect and reverence for the people that “bled for us.”
Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the Martin Luther King, Jr. service challenge on Jan. 26 that the Center for Student Leadership Ethics and Public Service is sponsoring.
During the service challenge, a total of 60 N.C. State students will be assigned to one of 60 Ligon Middle School Students to become educated about Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jennifer Murphy, a junior in social work, said she believes a lot of organizations will get involved to show their support and respect for King.
“It will be good to get some campus interaction especially since we are not a historically black college or university. It is great that we are acknowledging MLK day and what he has done for us as a whole,” Murphy said.
According to Maria Rodriguez, a sophomore in biological sciences, the programs are a positive move in recognizing King after all the years that have passed.
There will also be a campus commemoration held today at noon.
Dwight N. Hopkins, a professor from the University of Chicago’s Divinity School, will be the keynote speaker at the commemoration.
He will be giving a speech entitled “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his Legacy”.
“Brother King deserves more than just a holiday and as a fraternity they are humbled to be giving of such a dedicated brother,” Jaron Hinton, president of the All Greek Council, said.
