MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION

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celebrate the dream.

Each year, Case Western Reserve University honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—the holiday, the man and the legacy—with a weeklong celebration that includes workshops, films, panel discussions and speakers.

Veteran political strategist and bestselling author Donna Brazile headlines this year’s convocation, which concludes a week of events taking place Jan. 15 to 23, 2010. Watch the convocation or listen to this year's events by downloading the free audio files from iTunes.

All members of the university and Northeast Ohio community are invited to observe King’s holiday and recognize his commitment to social justice and global peace.

In your own words

Stay tuned to learn about the theme for the 2010 Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest and learn about essay submissions criteria, essay prizes and deadlines.

programs & events

donna brazile»

The Democratic politico, syndicated columnist and New Orleans native you’ve heard on NPR and seen on CNN will deliver this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation entitled "Where Do We Go From Here? Building on the Legacy of Dr. King"

»Read about this year's featured speaker