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Every Student. Every Story.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most influential figures in the US Civil Rights movement who advocated for racial and economic justice. He also was and still is the youngest man ever to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
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In memory of his legacy, check out some of his published works that document the rise of the Civil Rights Movement:
"Stride Toward Freedom", "Where Do We Go From Here", and "Why We Can't Wait"
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Virtual Martin Luther King Jr. Walk:
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Join the Kirksville Martin Luther King Jr. citywide committee by participating in the 2021 Virtual Martin Luther King Jr. Walk
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Date:
Anytime between January 16 - 18, 2021
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Distance:
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A mile in your neighborhood, on campus or any safe walking path or trail
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Materials will be provided to make signs for the walk
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Where: Down Under 1101 in the Student Union
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When: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Registration and Reminders:
- The event is free but you’re requested to take and submit a photo of your journey
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Follow COVID-19 safety protocols (maintain six-feet of distance, wear a mask, etc.
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Make and carry a creative sign that answers the following question: I Walk in the Steps of Martin Luther King Jr. to show ______?
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Post a picture of you, your friends, your family to the hashtag #youbelongherekv
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MLK Day Peace, Unity, & Inclusion Virtual Yoga Classes with Tarasa Gardner:
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Join this free community yoga class to honor MLK with seven-day access to the recording of the flow emailed afterwards
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Date:
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021
Time:
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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ATSU's Virtual 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Speaker Event:
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ATSU Diversity & Inclusion presents an online presentation on “Mitigating Social Biases in the Wake of Global Social Unrest”
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Speakers:
Derek Russell, Artist
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Lisa Urias, President & CEO of Urias Communications
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Date:
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CST
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INSTITUTE FOR ACADEMIC OUTREACH:
SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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Become a preceptor for a summer academy at Truman!
Some Positions Include:
- Joseph Baldwin Academy
- ATSU-Truman Healthcare Academy
- JBA Junior
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This is a fantastic experience for anyone who is looking into a future career that works with children.
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https://tiacademies.truman.edu/employment/
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FOOD PACKS AVAILABLE
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Drawstring packs of food are now available for Truman students experiencing food insecurity and can be picked up with a Truman ID.
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Where:
SERVE Center
located in Student Union Building 1105
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When:
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday or Friday
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TruAlliance is focused on building transparent relationships between the Truman Department of Public Safety and the Truman Community
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Goals of TruAlliance:
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1) Establish proactive communication with student groups on campus
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2) Enhance meaningful discussions about topics of importance to the students
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3) Provide transparency about processes and procedures
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4) To establish avenues for proactive, rather than reactive change on campus
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Anyone who would like to join the conversation may contact Director of Public Safety, Sara Seifert at sseifert@truman.edu, to be included.
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Association of Black Collegians
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National Association of Black Accountants
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African Students Association
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Hispanic American Leadership Organization
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Muslim Student Association
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Queers of Color Collective
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Don't see an organization that you're interested in?
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These are just a small portion of student organizations that are chartered through Union & Involvement Services, or supported through departmental initiatives. You can check out a full list of current student organizations by following the link below.
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