MLK Celebration Week

MLK Celebration Week 2026

Members of the Augustana University community join together for a series of events that celebrates three aspects of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. — faith, advocacy and service. 

MLK Celebration Week — the week of Jan. 19 — is planned by the following the Division of Students Affairs and student organizations.

These events are free and open to the public.

MLK Quote 2026

Schedule of Events

All Week

MLK Self Reflection Walk

  • From Ole's Outlet to the Back Alley | Morrison Commons

Monday, Jan. 19

Augustana Closed in Observance of MLK Day

Tuesday, Jan. 20

"Letters From Birmingham Jail" Reading Led by Dr. Willette Capers

  • Noon - 1 p.m. | Back Alley

Wednesday, Jan. 21

Chapel Service

  • 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Interfaith Room | Wagoner Student Street, Morrison Commons

Thursday, Jan. 22

Black Student Union (BSU) Movie "Whose Streets?" & Discussion

  • 3-5 p.m. | Back Alley

Friday, Jan. 23

"I Have A Dream" Board

  • 1-4 p.m. | Morrison Commons | First Floor

Contact Us

Division of Student Affairs