Southern University to host MLK Unity Celebration in partnership with LSU and Baton Rouge Community College

Southern University and A&M College will host the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Royal Cotillion Ballroom of the Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union. The annual event is coordinated by Southern, Louisiana State University and Baton Rouge Community College.

The speaker for the occasion is Louisiana State Rep. Patrick O. Jefferson.

During the MLK Unity Reception, the participating universities will recognize the contributions of student and community leaders, encouraging students to reflect on their role in resolving critical community issues and to take initiative in enhancing unity among diverse groups within their communities.

This event is free and open to the public.