MLK March
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Open Mind: Telling our stories of diversity and hope
In her latest "Open Mind" column, Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente reflects on the words carved into the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C.: “Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.” Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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What’s On My Mind: Martin Luther King and the responsibility to speak up
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reflects on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Vanderbilt's history of encouraging open dialogue, which continues today, in this week's column. Read MoreJan 23, 2019
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Vanderbilt marks MLK Day with march, teach-ins, keynote, more
Vanderbilt University celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a series of events on and off campus Jan. 15. The theme of the university’s 2018 commemoration was “Justice Through Collective Action: Fighting Oppression Without Suppression.” Read MoreJan 17, 2018
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Vanderbilt MLK Day celebration explores ‘Justice Through Collective Action’
Vanderbilt University's 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Series will explore "Justice Through Collective Action: Fighting Oppression Without Suppression" and feature a keynote address by Michael Eric Dyson beginning at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15 in Langford Auditorium. Other activities planned for the day include the Nashville Freedom March, freedom rides and teach-ins. See the full schedule of events. Read MoreJan 15, 2018
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Vanderbilt celebrates MLK Day
The Vanderbilt community celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events Jan. 15-18, including lectures, service activities and participation in the Nashville Freedom March. See coverage on the Get Social website. Read MoreJan 19, 2016
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Vanderbilt honors MLK with commemorative events
The Vanderbilt community observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a series of lectures, service activities and events. Read MoreJan 20, 2015
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Vanderbilt celebrates MLK Day
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and Coach James Franklin joined Vanderbilt students and others from the community at the annual Nashville Freedom March Jan. 21. Read MoreJan 21, 2013