Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
In collaboration with partners on campus and in the community, SIUE's Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub hosts a luncheon in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Highlights of the luncheon include keynote speakers, musical performances and the awarding of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards: SIUE Student Scholarship; Humanitarian Award(s); and Youth Essay, Poetry and Visual Arts Contest (for local youth).
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to apply for the awards, outlined in the tabs on this page, throughout the fall semester. Applications will open in the Fall Semester - Check back at a later date
The 43rd Annunal Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration's keynote speaker and theme will be announced soon!
Tickets to Attend the Celebration
Ticket sales will open on during the Fall 2025 semester.
Ticket Link Coming Soon!
Tickets can be purchased individually for $40 each or a table can be purchased for $280. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. More details on sponsorships can be found on the Become a Sponsor tab to the left.
SIUE departments and offices interested in making ticket or table purchases can contact the Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub at MLKCelebration@siue.edu or 618.650.2686.
Save the Date! The 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. (Doors open at 10:30am)
If you have any questions, please email MLKCelebration@siue.edu.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
As part of honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we have a chance to show our local communities what we know is true; SIUE values service and community. Make plans to be part of SIUE's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service!
Plans are being made for service opportunities in all 4 communities where SIUE is located - Alton, Belleville East St. Louis, and Edwardsville.
If you are interested in volunteering or having your organization be a host site for the MLK Day of Service, please the Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub at KimmelHub@siue.edu.
