The centerpiece of the campus celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. actually opened on January 15. “A Civil Rights Experience” was the creation of Riley Cameron, a junior art major.

After extensive research, it took Riley the fall semester to construct the walk-through display. “It’s artistic, emotional, and metaphorical,” he said. Not wanting to focus on events, he chose to use emotions felt by African Americans during the Civil Rights era. The display closed on January 24, at the end of the three-day King celebration.

Campus events, beginning on January 22, included a performance by Sweet Honey in the Rock, panel discussions, and the annual March for Humanity. New this year were theme meals where a variety of multicultural dishes were presented. Students were also encouraged to register to vote and contribute to the warm clothing and canned food drive.

Before joining the March for Humanity, participants listen to speakers discuss the importance of the event. Below, one of several tables for registering to vote or donating food or clothes.