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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration:

January 14-19, 2010

Keith Boykin

Keith Boykin, keynote speaker

EMU has a long and storied tradition of discourse, learning opportunities, creative expression, and community building in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This year's theme for the event is "The Dream: [Insert Self Here]."

Keith Boykin, editor of The Daily Voice, CNBC contributor, BET TV host, and author of three books, will be the keynote speaker for the 2010 celebration.

Boykin has been activley involved in progressive causes since he worked on his first congressional campaign while still in high school. He is a veteran of six political campaigns, including two presidential campaigns, and was noted as a top instructor when he taught political science at American University in Washington, D.C. Learn more about Mr. Boykin.

Brief Schedule for Monday, January 18:

Detailed schedule of events for January 14 through 19 is here.

7:45 a.m. Breakfast, 310 Student Center

10 a.m. Keynote address, Student Center

11:45 a.m. President's Luncheon and presentation of Humanitarian Awards, Student Center (pre-purchased ticket required)

Academic sessions, performances, march, and afterglow to follow in the afternoon and evening.

Luncheon Ticket Information:

Luncheon ticket prices and availability will be announced the week of November 23.

Breakfast, keynote address, academic sessions, and performances are free and open to the public.