Seeking nominations: MLK Leadership Awards

To the members of the MIT community,

Each year, we gather as a community to honor and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and acknowledge his extraordinary contributions to society. A committee of MIT community members is planning the Institute’s 51st MLK celebration for February 20, 2025, inspired by words from Dr. King: "We must come to see that the end we seek is a society at peace with itself, a society that can live with its conscience."

As we look forward to the celebration, I encourage you to

• Make nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award
  This award honors members of our community who, in the spirit of Dr. King, lift us up and bring us together – whether they are students, alumni, staff or faculty, pursuing their goals as individuals or in groups. Please submit your nomination by December 2, 2024.
• Suggest a staff and a student voice for the celebration
  As the members of the MLK Celebration Committee develop the speaking program, they seek nominations for MIT staff and undergraduate and graduate student speakers. I encourage you to nominate a community member who embodies the integrity, values and vision of Dr. King. Please submit your nomination by December 2, 2024.

Sincerely,

Sally Kornbluth
President

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Awards

The award is given annually to students, alumni, staff and faculty whose service embodies the spirit of Dr. King’s work.

Who is eligible?

MIT undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, staff and faculty are eligible for nomination for this award. Both individuals and groups, including living groups and student and professional associations, may be considered.

Service to the community is defined in the broadest sense and includes academic, research, religious and secular contributions in which integrity, leadership, creativity and positive outcomes are apparent.

How do I submit a nomination?

If you wish to nominate a person or organization for a Leadership Award, please submit your nomination by December 2, 2024.

Members of the MLK Celebration Committee will select the awardees.

When will the winners be announced?

Recipients will be announced at MIT’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon on February 20, 2025.

For more information

Please visit the MLK Leadership Awards website or write to mitmlkcelebration@mit.edu.