Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unsung Hero Award

The Dr. MLK Jr Unsung Hero Award recognizes a student for their consistent contribution to social justice efforts, emulating the values of Dr. MLK Jr. and making a difference in one’s community, on and beyond campus.

Please Note:

  • Submissions are open to all students- Undergraduate, graduate, and PhD. Students.
  • A max of 2 awards for each student level will be presented at the annual Dr. MLK Jr. celebration.
  • Recipients will also receive a 50 Riverhawk dollars.
  • Students must be in good academic standing and in good standing with the university.
  • Self-submissions are encouraged.
  • Proper grammar and spelling are considered in the quality of the submission.

Criteria:

  • The student must be enrolled, at minimum, for the fall of 2024 and spring of 2025 semester.
  • The student must be in good academic standing and in good standing with the university.
  • Questions must be answered thoroughly, with corresponding examples as asked below.

Submit MLK Nomination