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Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Learning

Join us on Monday, January 20, 2025, to honor Dr. King's legacy through inspiration, reflection, and community engagement.

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Legacy of Courage: Celebrating the Voice that Inspired Change

A day filled with inspiration, reflection, and community involvement awaits as we pay tribute to the impactful teachings of Dr. King. Join fellow students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Community Engagement Opportunities

  • School Supply Bag Assembly: Help Capital compile school supply bags for students in the Greater Columbus area. Donations of unopened school supplies and personal care items are also welcome.

    • Accepted Items:
      • School supplies: pens, pencils, notebooks, folders, loose-leaf paper, etc.
      • Personal care items: hand sanitizer, tissue packs, band-aids, cleaning wipes, etc.
  • Oral History Project: Share your experiences with MLK Day at Capital University and beyond. Capital is collecting stories from campus and community members to honor Dr. King’s legacy. Sign up for an on-campus recording session or submit a testimonial online before the event.

  • Health Resources & Education: Explore health resources and educational materials provided by campus staff and external partners. Stay tuned for more details.

Countdown to the 34th Annual MLK Day of Learning

Join us as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a week of impactful events leading up to the 34th annual MLK Day of Learning at Capital University. From a community dinners to thought-provoking discussions and art, there’s something for everyone to celebrate, reflect, and engage. 

Wednesday, January 15
History and The Arts

Starting at 5 p.m., explore inspiring student artwork and stay to unleash your creativity by creating your own social justice-inspired masterpiece. Don't miss this meaningful celebration of art and activism.

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Thursday, January 16
Community Engagement

Join us for a blood drive hosted by the American Red Cross as part of the MLK Day of Learning: Community Engagement. Together, we can make a difference.

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Friday, January 17
Justice

A special edition of "Pizza and the Paper," led by Sister Network and the Black Student Union. Engage in meaningful discussions on social justice as part of the MLK Day of Learning.

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Sunday, January 18
CommUNITY

Share a meal, connect, and celebrate the spirit of unity and service. Join us for a community dinner honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and kicking off the MLK Day of Learning.

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Schumacher Gallery at Capital University

12 – 4 p.m. 
Blackmore Library, Fourth Floor

The Perfect Shot: Walter Iooss Jr. and the Art of Sports Photography 

January 20 - April 5, 2025

This exhibition takes visitors through some of the most inspiring moments in sports history and highlights the craft and talent of Walter Iooss Jr., an American photographer who transformed iconic moments into works of art. The exhibit features professional portraits, action shots, and original “Sports Illustrated” magazine covers that feature athletes as diverse as Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Serena Williams, and many more.