MLK @ Stanford Community
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. at Stanford University
In April 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his renowned speech, "The Other America," at Stanford University, addressing systemic racism, economic inequality, and social injustice. He described a divided nation: one thriving in material wealth and another trapped in poverty, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities. King championed nonviolent action as essential for addressing these injustices, connecting racial equality, poverty alleviation, and peace.
Stanford continues to honor King's legacy through the Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute, which preserves his works and fosters education on civil rights. Initiatives like the Liberation Curriculum provide resources for schools to inspire understanding and activism. The King Papers Project, an effort that started in 1985 when King’s widow, Coretta Scott King, asked Stanford historian Clayborne Carson to compile and edit MLK’s speeches, sermons, published and unpublished works, and letters into a chronological series of books. The King Papers provide unprecedented insight into Dr. King’s mindset throughout his life, revealed in the trove of public and personal documents he left behind.
King’s speech remains profoundly relevant, urging society to confront inequities and work toward genuine equality. Stanford offers access to his recorded speech and related materials, ensuring his transformative vision continues to inspire future generations.
Registration for MLK Fireside Chat has been closed.
We hope to see you at one of our future events.
The King & Faith Series
Events at Stanford
Events around the Bay Area
Museum and Virtual Events
The Stanford Black Staff Alliance (BSA) plans the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr Commemoration at Stanford University. Partnering with the Diversity and Access Office, the BSA formed the MLK Planning Committee, which is comprised of volunteers from the historic, Redwood City, and Stanford Research Park campuses. The Committee develops events and identifies local activities that are available to members of the Stanford Community to commemorate and celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The commemoration serves as a reminder of our interconnectedness and reaffirms our commitment to the betterment of our communities through civility and service.