Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Join us in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the commitment to social change.
Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Award
The Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Award is given to individuals that actively demonstrate a commitment to social justice in the UND community. These are individuals that strive for social change, advocate for diverse students, faculty, and staff, and have made a significant impact on our community. Award recipients are selected by the Martin Luther King Jr. Planning Committee.
Past Recipients
2022
- Jordan Apienti-Gyapong
- Sarah Owens
- Cara Davis
- Dr. Sharon Carson
- Scott Correll
- Dr. Anne Kelsch
2023
- Nesreen Jaber
- Kimberly Tom
- Helen Ramon - Vega
- Dr. Cindy Juntunen
- Madhavi Marasinghe
- Dr. Brad Rundquist
- Dr. Robert Newman
2024
- Jaedon Hinds
- Janelle Kilgore
- Dr. Douglas Munski
Week of Service
MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service. It is encouraged that people volunteer to improve their communities as a way to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who lived his life serving others. Join The Hilyard Center following the MLK Day Brunch for a week of action by helping package personal hygiene and supplies kits for unhoused individuals in the Greater Grand Forks Community.