MLK Commemorative Celebration

FSU MLK Week features insightful talk by Barbara Reynolds

Students, faculty and staff at Florida State University gathered virtually for an evening of dialogue and discourse to honor the legacy of Coretta Scott King during the MLK Commemoration Celebration Tuesday, Jan. 19. The event featured award-winning journalist, author and minister Barbara Reynolds, whose most notable work is “My Life, My Love, My Legacy,” Coretta […]

Moving Forward: FSU MLK Week concludes with inspiring talk by Karamo Brown

Florida State University’s Ruby Diamond Concert Hall was filled to capacity when Karamo Brown enthusiastically jumped on stage for an evening of dialogue and discourse during the MLK Commemoration Celebration Tuesday, Jan. 21. The television host, reality TV personality, author and activist offered his guidance, experience and cultural expertise to close out the 32nd Annual […]

Only a revolution: Civil rights activist addresses students during annual MLK commemorative celebration

Angela Davis — author, scholar, educator and civil rights pioneer — discussed the imprint of racism on society in her keynote lecture during Florida State University’s 30th Annual MLK Week Commemorative Celebration Jan. 16 at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. Before Davis’ talk, the FSU Gospel Choir performed and President John Thrasher offered words of welcome. […]