Every year, the WashU Medicine community honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a week of programming open to our campus and community.
Events include keynote speakers, service opportunities, panel discussions, and more.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Week 2026
Join us as we celebrate Dr. MLK Jr. Commemoration Week 2026 at WashU Medicine. We invite all members of our community to participate and reflect on ways to further Dr. King’s vision of justice and equality in our daily lives. This year’s theme is “Historical Memory.” With many events that connect to Dr. King’s vision and passions, there will be something for everyone. Dr. Hasan Jeffries will deliver a keynote, entitled, “When a Dream Becomes a Nightmare: Reclaiming Dr. King’s Vision for a Just America,” as part of the Inclusive Excellence Speaker Series. Please review our upcoming programming and RSVP for the week of events. We hope to see you there!
Past events
See recordings and programs from past Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration events.