Make MLK Day a day on, not a day off!
Martin Luther King, Jr. believed in a nation of freedom and justice for all, and encouraged all citizens to live up to the purpose and potential of America by applying the principles of nonviolence. MLK Day of Service is a way to transform his life and teachings into community action that continues to solve social problems. MLK Day was designated by Congress as a nationwide day of service in 1994, with the goal of empowering individuals, strengthening communities, bridging barriers, creating solutions to social problems, and moving us closer to Dr. King's vision of a "Beloved Community."
At WVU, students, faculty, staff, and other community members are warmly invited to join us for an invigorating day of service. Volunteers will begin the day by attending the Center for Black Culture and Research's annual MLK Day Breakfast at 8 AM, taking time to learn and reflect on Dr. King's vision before embarking on our day of action. After breakfast, volunteers will travel to complete a variety of meaningful service projects in Morgantown and other West Virginia communities.
In 2006, a mural was created by the artist Isaiah Zagar honoring the original native peoples who once lived near Dorsey's Knob. Sadly, it became water damaged from behind and had to be taken down. A new mural is being constructed in its place with support from BOPARC. The mission is to replace and honor the original mural through a series of community art making sessions. MLK Day volunteers will honor MLK's legacy of appreciating diversity by working to complete this mural honoring native peoples.
