MCCC’s MLK Unity Peace March took place Friday, Jan 24, 2025, to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The march crossed the walking bridge at St. Mary’s Park in downtown Monroe.
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MCCC set to host week of events to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy
MCCC will be hosting free events for students, staff, faculty and the public to participate in throughout the week of Jan. 20-24 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, according to a news release. Monday, Jan. 20: MCCC will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. […]
Community organizations share volunteer opportunities
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MCCC held a Day of Service Volunteer Fair on Jan. 19 in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy to encourage students and staff to give back to the community. Many community organizations were present to share volunteer opportunities. Student clubs were also present to recruit volunteers and potential new […]
Keeping the dream alive
Manuel Mendez channels Martin Luther King Jr. during “I Have a Dream, Revisted,” Tuesday afternoon. Photo by Vanessa Ray Growing up in Monroe during the race riots of the early 1970s had a profound effect on Manuel Mendez. The pervasive racism swirling around the country and his hometown was hard […]
