Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Monday, January 19th, 2026 from 8:00am to 3:00pm
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Each year, the Student Leadership and Involvement office honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by hosting the MLK Day of Service, a campus-wide initiative in which students, faculty, and staff come together to strengthen and support our community. This year’s Day of Service will take place on Monday, January 19th, with service activities running from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Participants are invited to check in at 9:30 AM in the MUB, where coffee, hot chocolate, and cider will be available before the day’s activities begin. Volunteers will receive information packets and will then travel to their service locations. Some project sites may require driving.

Volunteer opportunities will vary based on the needs of local organizations and community partners. Projects may include helping at local schools for MLK Reading Day, supporting local long-term care facilities, organizing donations at community spaces, assisting animal care organizations, writing letters to isolated individuals, participating in educational activities, and contributing to various service initiatives coordinated through our partners.

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ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Art and Education - Keweenaw Community Alliance for Progressive Education10:00am (ET)2:00pm (ET)

What you’ll do:
Help out at Keweenaw CAPE with kids of different ages (elementary through high school). You might help with reading, learning games, simple activities, or art projects.

Where you’ll help:
Some time will be spent in classrooms, and some in the makerspace helping kids create art and projects...

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Cleaning - Copper Country Humane Society10:00am (ET)2:00pm (ET)
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931
Memorial Union First Floor Commons - we will provide further instruction here

What you’ll do:
Help clean and organize the Copper Country Humane Society. Tasks may include tidying animal areas, organizing supplies, and helping staff with basic needs.

Who it’s for:
Anyone who likes animals and is willing to help out. You don’t need any special skills.

What you need:
No experience...

10/10Over
Elementary School Reading - Chassell9:30am (ET)10:30am (ET)
41585 US Highway 41
Chassell, Michigan 49916

What you’ll do:
Go to an elementary school classroom in Chassell and read a short, kid-friendly book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. You may help with a quick discussion after the reading.

Who you’ll work with:
A classroom teacher will be there the whole time and will give you...

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Elementary School Reading - Dollar Bay1:45pm (ET)3:00pm (ET)
48475 Maple Drive
Dollar Bay, Michigan 49922

What you’ll do:
Go to an elementary school classroom in Chassell and read a short, kid-friendly book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. You may help with a quick discussion after the reading.

Who you’ll work with:
A classroom teacher will be there the whole time and will give you...

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Elementary School Reading - Hancock8:00am (ET)9:00am (ET)

What you’ll do:
You’ll visit an elementary school classroom and read a short, kid-friendly book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. After reading, you may help with a short, casual discussion with the students.

Who you’ll work with:
You’ll be in a classroom with a teacher the whole time. The...

4/4Over
Games/Crafts - The Bluffs Senior Community10:00am (ET)2:00pm (ET)
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931
First Floor Memorial Union Commons - More details will be provided

What you’ll do:
Hang out with residents at The Bluffs senior community. You’ll play games, do simple crafts, and chat with residents.

Who it’s for:
Anyone who’s friendly and willing to spend time with seniors. No special skills needed.

What you need:
Just show up with a positive attitude and...

4/4Over
Letter Writing - Letters Against Isolation10:00am (ET)2:00pm (ET)
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931
First Floor Memorial Union Building

What you’ll do:
Write a short, friendly letter to a senior who may be feeling lonely.

What you need:
No writing experience needed. All supplies will be provided.

Why it matters:
Your letter can help someone feel cared about and less alone.

What to expect:
You can be as creative...

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