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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is part of a national service initiative and is observed by organizations and individuals all across the U.S. It was created in honor of Dr. King and continues his life’s work through community service that strengthens and empowers individuals and communities.

On January 17, 2012 the Volunteer Action Center hosted a community service fair in honor of Dr. Marin Luther King, Jr. Over 135 members of the U of A community spent two hours completing "mini-projects" such as making sandwiches, homework kits or "thank you" cards, each benefiting a local agency. Organizations that participated this year were: 7Hills Homeless Center, American Red Cross, Arkansas Children's Hospital, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville Animal Shelter, Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter and Susan G. Komen Ozark.

Participants were also able to leave some of their thoughts on a board asking, "What does MLK Day mean to you?" The following are a few responses:

"Look at the big picture, as a nation we have to move forward TOGETHER."

"Anything is possible."

"A better future."

"Solving things without violence."

"Paving the way; leave a legacy for generations to come. Spark within them a dream, hope, compassion!"