April Oberman – Staff Writer
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In remembrance of a man who created a non-violent campaign, lead protests and was jailed in our own Birmingham, the Leadership and Service Council partnered with the Black Student Awareness Committee to host the annual day of service dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 19.
One of Martin Luther King Jr.’s most famous quotes is, “What are you doing for others?” This is something the BSAC focuses on, according to Executive Director Brandon Patton.
“BSAC co-sponsored the MLK Day of Service because of everything that Martin Luther King Jr. has done for African Americans. Without MLK, there is no telling where African American rights would be. BSAC wanted to help with this event to show respect to him. Service is very important to us and also the community, without service and giving back there is no way to move forward,” Patton said.
Patton described the day as a “team event.” The BSAC helped set up the event, worked different tables, helped students register for the event, passed out food and T-shirts and were site leaders at various locations.
