Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Week of Service

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Jan 18, 2026
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12:00am

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Jan 24, 2026
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11:00pm

Description

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of community action and collective care, the Union College MLK Week of Service brings students, faculty, staff, and community partners together for a series of community engaged volunteer projects and reflection opportunities. Throughout the week, we will collaborate with campus organizations and local nonprofit partners to address community needs, support ongoing service initiatives, and engage in meaningful conversations about justice, equity, and service.


Friday, January 16

Schenectady Shares Food Drive at Hockey v. Brown
5:45 - 7:30 PM   M&T Bank Center
Bring shelf-stable snacks and food items to donate for our local neighbors in need

Saturday, January 17

Schenectady Shares at Hockey v. Yale
3:45 - 5:30 PM M&T Bank Center
Bring shelf-stable snacks and food items to donate for our local neighbors in need

Monday, January 19

Snack Donation Packing
12:50 - 1:50 PM Hale House
Prepare snack kits for local kids with the Office of Intercultural Affairs and STEP
Sign up for Snack Packing

Wednesday, January 21

Impact Fair
12 - 2 PM Wold Atrium
Learn about involvement opportunities with Clubs, Orgs, Depts, & Community Partners
Reserve a table at the Impact Fair for your organization

Blood Drive
11 AM - 8 PM Old Chapel
Sign up for the Blood Drive

Thursday, January 22

MoonBee
12 - 2 PM Old Chapel
Support women's health and education with APO, SDT, and the MoonCatcher Project
Sign up for MoonBee

Dinner & Discussion
5:30 - 7:30 PM   Old Chapel
Explore service and MLK's legacy with OIA and religious leaders

Friday, January 23

Community Closet Pop-Up
12:00 - 2:00 PM Wold Atrium
Browse a selection of free professional and outerwear items to ensure you stay warm and have whatever you need for upcoming internships and interviews

Saturday, January 24

Face-Off Against Hunger Food Drive
M & W Hockey Games MVP Arena
Bring shelf-stable snacks and food items to donate for our local neighbors in need. Help us beat RPI as we compete to collect the most items.




Contact

Get Connected Icon Ben DeAngelis
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