Celebrating the life and legacy
The Northwestern University community celebrates Dr. King with an expanded special commemoration including stage events, discussions, lectures, and service projects throughout the month to inspire reflection on Dr. King’s life and legacy.
The 2022 keynote speaker is Nikole Hannah-Jones. Hannah-Jones is an investigative reporter covering racial injustice and creator of the New York Times’ 1619 Project. Published in 2019, the 1619 Project commemorated the 400th anniversary of the beginning of slavery in what would become the United States, examined slavery’s modern legacy and reframed the way Americans understand history and the contributions of Black Americans to the nation. Hannah-Jones lead essay was awarded the 2020 Pulitzer Prize for commentary.
MLK Vigil hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated Alpha Mu Chapter, will be held on January 17, 2022 at 3pm.
Who is Nikole Hannah-Jones, hosted by Women’s Center, will be held January 18, 2022 at 12pm.
The Eva Jefferson Day Event originally planned for January 17, 2022, will be hosted at a future date.
The Northwestern University began observing this day as a community in 1987.
Join us on both campuses for events, speakers and special programming.