Women from Albion's faculty, staff and student community, and women from the greater Albion community gather, share and plan. There is typically a motivational and educational talk given by a woman scholar -leader followed by a reception. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Life and Legacy Celebrations Albion recognizes Dr. King's national holiday. King initiative, we hope to make the King Holiday a day a on instead of a day off. Typically, there is a large community program, a candlelight celebration, march and a discussion based one, or more of Dr. King's visions.
Students have the day off from traditional classes.
Senior Interviews Gathering data from graduating students has been very helpful toward program development and efforts to gauge campus climate. This annual program is an important time for graduating seniors as they are awarded their Kente stole. The richly colored and vibrant kente stole has become a fixture at graduation ceremonies. The kente stoles have also been given to faculty and administrators whom the students believe have gone the extra mile to improve conditions for minority students. As needed, the OMA staff provides diversity training to professional and paraprofessional staff.