Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is an essential figure of the history of the United States, specifically the Civil Rights movement.
Every year, the third Monday in January is observed as a federal holiday in honor of Dr. King.
Dr. King was a Black Baptist minister famous for his advocacy of nonviolent methods to end racial segregation.
Dr. King is known for his instrumental role in helping pass multiple pieces of legislation to outlaw discrimination, as well as passionate speeches and writings.
To commemorate Dr. King, the Oklahoma City MLK Alliance hosts an annual parade downtown that is ranked third in the nation for its size and scale.
In addition to the parade, the alliance hosts a plethora of other events related to the work and legacy of Dr. King.
This year, Oklahoma City University’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Black Student Association, Black Law Student Association and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will be participating by walking in the parade.
Registration to join is open to all OCU students, staff, faculty and alumni.
This will be OCU’s second year participating in the parade following last year’s inaugural effort, which resulted in second place in the college group division.
The University will be closed on Monday, January 15 in honor of Dr. King.
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