Ithaca College

Thank you to everyone who came out to the MLK Campus Wide Celebration events the past two days, including the School of Music concert, Tuesday’s educational sessions, and the Tuesday afternoon keynote speaker!

Yesterday, Dr. Russell John Rickford addressed the crowd in Emerson Suites and spoke on the tactics used by those in power to continue oppress those not in power, the importance of fostering political consciousness, and the power of grassroots social movements, such as Black Lives Matter. His talk provided a unique and moving perspective on our theme, “The Ultimate Weakness of Violence.”

MLK Week 2017 continues today and tomorrow with a line-up of great events, including: 

Wednesday (1/25):

• Civil Rights Tour Presentation by the First Year MLK Scholars – 4pm in Emerson Suites, Campus Center (website)
• “Tangerine” Film Viewing and Discussion – 7pm in Emerson Suites, Campus Center (website)

Thursday (1/26):

• Educational Workshops – 12pm and 6pm in Clark and Klingenstein Lounges, Campus Center (find more information about the dynamic workshops here)
• Keynote Performance by street dancer Storyboard P – 7:30pm in Clark Theatre, Dillingham Center (website)

Lastly, we still have a few spots left open for MLK Day of Service this Saturday (1/28) starting at 8:30am in Emerson Suites, but they are running out fast! Register for this service opportunity HERE

Individuals with differing abilities requiring accommodations should contact OSEMA at 607-274-3222, email OSEMA@ithaca.edu, or stop by our office in Campus Center, 3rd floor.  We ask that requests be made as soon as possible.