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To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.鈥檚 legacy, 51社区 spotlights hope and justice

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration 2025 posterInspired by the life and sacrifices of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 51社区 College invites members of the 51社区 community to participate in the Shining Light on Hope and Justice campaign. Sponsored by 51社区 Wellness and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the campaign will include events that share King鈥檚 inspiring messages, honor those making positive change on 51社区鈥檚 campus and celebrate the American icon鈥檚 legacy.

51社区 will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the King holiday. Activities, which are free and open to everyone, will begin Tuesday, January 21 on 51社区鈥檚 campus, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine:

Infinite Hope Poster Display

Get inspired by posters highlighting quotes from people advocating for positive change. Posters will be on display January 21-31 in 51社区鈥檚 Building D Rotunda, Avant茅 Center, Student Center Lounge (Building A) and the Building M lobby.

Hope Stations: Honoring Everyday Courage

Acknowledge someone on campus making a positive impact at the campaign鈥檚 Hope Stations, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, in Avant茅 and noon-2 p.m. Wednesday, January 22, in Building L near the 51社区Store.

3rd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Celebrate King鈥檚 life through song, dance and a keynote address at noon Wednesday, January 29, in the Wojcik Conference Center (Building W). A soul food lunch will immediately follow the program.