Topic
MLK visiting scholars
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MLK Luncheon: America’s bank of justice is overdrawn but not bankrupt
Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU’s Massachusetts branch delivers keynote at annual MIT event.
February 15, 2019 -
MLK luncheon: “What matters is what you’re doing”
Former NFL player Wade Davis gives keynote talk at annual event, reflects on his life as a gay black athlete.
February 9, 2018 -
Cornel West advocates the “examined life” on campus
In MIT talk, prominent philosopher urges self-reflection to keep academic institutions vital and fair.
February 9, 2018 -
“Discrimination affects us all”
Celebration of MLK features NASA mission manager Aprille Joy Ericsson ’86.
February 16, 2017 -
President Reif says that in driving social change, “students have become our teachers”
Speakers at annual MLK luncheon call for concrete actions to expand meaningful inclusiveness.
February 10, 2016 -
Coco Fusco joins SHASS as an MLK Visiting Scholar for 2014-15
Acclaimed interdisciplinary artist and writer will serve in CMS/W.
June 25, 2014 -
Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates dazzles during two years as an MLK Visiting Scholar
May 21, 2014 -
Speakers at MIT’s 40th annual MLK Breakfast honor King’s legacy
The struggle against racism is far from over, speakers say, but the issues have become subtler.
February 7, 2014 -
MLK Jr. Breakfast addresses elements of meritocracy
Annual gathering features talks by former NBC executive as well as MIT students and administrators.
February 6, 2013 -
MIT welcomes six new MLK visiting professors and scholars
Appointments also extended for five current MLK visitors.
November 6, 2012 -
MIT honors Martin Luther King Jr. at 38th annual breakfast
Diversity and education among breakfast-table topics.
February 10, 2012 -
Standing ovation at Carnegie Hall for MLK Visiting Scholar Donal Fox
World premiere of his concerto "Peace Out"
December 7, 2009